regular costs

/ˈrɛɡjʊlər ˈkɔsts/ · reg.u.lar.costs

noun

Expenses that are expected and recurring, such as rent, utilities, or salaries. The company's regular costs account for a significant portion of its annual budget.
Expenses that are considered standard or normal for a particular business or industry, such as equipment maintenance or software updates. The company's regular costs include the cost of replacing its servers every three years.

verb

To incur or incur expenses that are expected and recurring. The company regularly costs its employees for training and development opportunities.

Synonyms

ongoing expenses recurring costs standard expenses usual costs expected costs anticipated costs routine expenses

Antonyms

unforeseen expenses unexpected costs extraordinary expenses one-time expenses irregular costs

Did you know? The concept of regular costs is essential in accounting and finance, as it helps businesses and individuals plan and manage their expenses effectively.

Related terms

expenses costs budget revenue profit loss accounting finance

Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 1 lookups Added Jul 28, 2026