Definition of Budget
Quick Meaning of Budget
A budget is a plan that shows what money you will spend and earn.
Detailed Definition of Budget
A plan showing how much money will be spent and earned over a period.
How to Pronounce Budget
Stress pattern: Oo (2-syllable word).
Tip: The first syllable has stress. The middle 'u' is like in 'cup'. The final 'et' sounds like 'it'.
Watch out: Sometimes mispronounced as 'BUJE-it' instead of 'BUJ-it'; stress falls on first syllable.
Origin and Etymology of Budget
French 'bougette' meaning small leather bag; ultimately from Latin 'bulga'.
How to Use Budget in a Sentence
Each example shows “budget” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“The company created a budget for next year's marketing.”
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“She carefully manages her monthly budget to save money.”
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“The government announced budget cuts to education spending.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Budget
Common Synonyms for Budget
Smart Synonyms for Budget — When to Use Each
- spending plan
- when explaining budget in simple terms to someone
- allocation
- when referring to a specific portion of money
Common Collocations with Budget
These phrases pair with “budget” in everyday English:
- annual budget
- tight budget
- budget cuts
- budget meeting
- stick to a budget
Common Mistakes When Using Budget
Even fluent speakers slip up with “budget”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: The budget are for the next year.
- ✓ Correct: The budget is for the next year.
- Why: 'Budget' is singular noun and requires singular verb form 'is'.
- ✗ Wrong: She budgeted her money for buy a car.
- ✓ Correct: She budgeted her money to buy a car.
- Why: After 'budget' use to-infinitive (to buy), not bare verb or gerund.
Other Forms of Budget
Frequently Asked Questions About Budget
What is the meaning of "Budget"?
A budget is a plan that shows what money you will spend and earn.
How do you pronounce "Budget"?
The IPA is /ˈbʌdʒɪt/. The first syllable has stress. The middle 'u' is like in 'cup'. The final 'et' sounds like 'it'.
What part of speech is "Budget"?
"Budget" is a noun at A2 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Budget"?
Common synonyms include spending plan, financial plan, allocation.
How do you use "Budget" in a sentence?
For example: "The company created a budget for next year's marketing."