invoice

Vocabulary Word

Definition

An 'invoice' is a document given by a seller to a buyer, listing the goods or services provided and stating the total amount due. This helps keep track of sales and money owed.

Examples in Different Contexts

In software development, companies send invoices for their services. A project manager might state, ‘The invoice for the software development project will be sent once we hit the next milestone.’

Practice Scenarios

Academics

Scenario:

The new laboratory equipment is quite expensive. We need to maintain a systematic record of all related spending.

Response:

Understood. Let's gather all the invoices for the lab equipment to ensure transparent accounting.

Business

Scenario:

The supplier failed to include shipping fees in their last bill. Could you get in touch with them for an updated document?

Response:

Sure, I'll contact the supplier immediately and request a revised invoice, including the shipping fees.