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factura means invoice — a common term in Spanish for Business. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: December 3, 2025

💼 Spanish for Business

factura

noun • /[fak-TOO-ra]/

invoice

Example:

Todavía no envían la factura.

They haven’t sent the invoice yet.

🧠 What does factura mean?

A 'factura' is a commercial document issued by a seller to a buyer, detailing a transaction and the amount owed for goods or services provided. It serves as a record of sale, an account statement, and often a request for payment. In a business context, it is essential for accounting, tax purposes, and maintaining records of commercial exchanges. It typically includes information such as the seller's and buyer's details, a description of the items or services, quantities, unit prices, total amount due, and payment terms.

📚 Extra examples

  • Por favor, envíe la factura antes del final de la semana.
    Please send the invoice before the end of the week.
  • El cliente solicitó una copia de la factura.
    The client requested a copy of the invoice.
  • La factura incluía el impuesto sobre el valor añadido.
    The invoice included the value-added tax.
  • Guarde esta factura para sus registros contables.
    Keep this invoice for your accounting records.
  • El importe total de la factura es de quinientos euros.
    The total amount of the invoice is five hundred euros.

💡 Did You Know?

While 'factura' is the standard term for an invoice, in some contexts, especially for smaller transactions or services, 'boleta' might also be used, particularly in certain Latin American countries. However, 'factura' is the more formal and widely accepted term for an official bill or invoice.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "factura"

Synonyms: recibo, comprobante, cuenta, bolleta

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'invoice' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'invoice' is 'factura'.
How do you pronounce 'factura' in Spanish?
The pronunciation of 'factura' is fach-TOO-rah.
How do you use 'factura' in a sentence?
You can use 'factura' in a sentence like: 'Necesito la factura para el reembolso.' (I need the invoice for the reimbursement.)
What is the English translation of 'factura'?
The English translation of 'factura' is 'invoice'.
Does 'factura' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'factura' is a feminine noun. Its plural form is 'facturas'.
Is 'factura' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'factura' is a very common word in Spanish, particularly in any context involving commerce, services, or payments.
Does 'factura' have slang or double meanings?
In standard Spanish, 'factura' primarily means 'invoice'. While context is always key, it does not typically carry slang or widely recognized double meanings in business or general usage.
Is 'factura' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The primary meaning of 'factura' as 'invoice' is consistent across Spain and Latin America. Minor variations in related terminology or specific legal requirements for invoices might exist regionally, but the core word and its meaning are understood universally.

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