Pro-rata – In proportion to a known amount
(Pronounced pro-rah-tuh)
To remember the definition of the word pro-rata, use the following mnemonic:
The professional ratter turned up, but was she in proportion to the problem?
Examples of pro-rata in a sentence
All part-timers should be paid the same, pro-rata, as full-timers doing the same job.
If costs go up, there will be a pro-rata increase in prices.
If production costs go up, there will be a pro-rata increase in prices.
