Échu

Échu is a French word that translates to "expired," "due," or "fallen due" in English. It is most commonly used in financial contexts to describe a debt, payment, or obligation that has reached its maturity date and is now payable. For instance, a loan payment that is due on a specific date is referred to as "échu" on that date. Similarly, a bill or invoice that has passed its payment deadline would be considered "échu."

The term can also be used in a broader sense to refer to something that has come to an end or has expired. For example, a contract that has reached the end of its term might be described as "échu." In the context of legal matters, a right or claim that has expired due to the passage of time, such as a statute of limitations, could also be considered "échu."

In everyday language, while less common, "échu" might occasionally be used to describe something that has naturally ended or fallen apart. However, its primary and most frequent application remains within the domain of finance and legal obligations. The concept of "échu" signifies a state of being past a designated point in time where an action, such as payment or fulfillment, was expected.