der Kredit, -e
loan
Geld, das jemand von einer Bank oder Person bekommt und später zurückzahlen muss, meistens mit Zinsen.
The German word "Kredit" is a noun that means "credit" or "loan". It refers to the sum of money borrowed from a lender that is expected to be paid back with interest. "Kredit" is derived from the Latin word "creditum," which also relates to trusting or believing in someone's ability to repay.
Similar words in German include "Darlehen" (loan) and "Finanzierung" (financing).
Differences:
- "Darlehen" often refers specifically to loans with set terms and conditions, while "Kredit" can refer more broadly to both loans and credit limits/balances that are available to consumers.
- "Finanzierung" pertains to structured financial arrangements beyond just borrowing money, often related to obtaining goods or services through loans or other financial mechanisms.
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Examples
Viele Menschen brauchen heute einen Kredit für ein neues Auto.noun
Many people need a loan for a new car today.
Manchmal braucht jemand einen Kredit für ein neues Auto.noun
Sometimes someone needs a loan for a new car.
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