Roth IRA
/rot iɾa/from spelling rules
The English phrase "Roth IRA" is translated into Spanish as Roth IRA.
In Spanish, you can use the English term Roth IRA to refer to this specific type of individual retirement account in the United States that allows for tax-free withdrawals.
How do you pronounce it?
/rot iɾa/
Did you know?
- The word ira in the phrase, which is part of the English name, happens to mean 'anger' or 'wrath' in Spanish.
- While Roth IRA is kept as a proper noun, the term jubilación used in its explanation comes from the verb jubilar, which historically referred to the joy of completing a period of service.
- Because Roth IRA is a US-specific legal entity, it has no direct translation in countries like Spain or Mexico, which use different social security systems.
Examples in context
- Debo abrir un Roth IRA pronto.I should open a Roth IRA soon.
- ¿Cómo funciona un Roth IRA?How does a Roth IRA work?
- Él invierte todo su dinero en un Roth IRA.He invests all his money in a Roth IRA.
Example conversation
Elena and Alejandro are discussing their long-term financial plans.
- ElenaAlejandro, ¿ya tienes un Roth IRA?Alejandro, do you already have a Roth IRA?
- AlejandroSí, ya tengo mi Roth IRA configurado.Yes, I already have my Roth IRA set up.
- ElenaEs bueno para ahorrar para el futuro.It is good for saving for the future.
- AlejandroExactamente, es una gran herramienta financiera.Exactly, it is a great financial tool.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Roth, ira, CC BY-SA 4.0.
