noun
der Saldo, Salden
balance
Der Betrag, der am Ende übrig ist, wenn man Einnahmen und Ausgaben miteinander verrechnet.
The German word "Saldo" is a noun that means "balance" (especially in banking or accounting contexts).
- It originates from the Italian "saldo", meaning "balance" or "settled account".
- Related words include "Saldoanzeige" (balance display) or "Kontostand" (account balance).
Similar words:
- Kontostand (account balance)
- Restbetrag (remaining amount)
- Guthaben (credit/positive balance)
Differences:
- Saldo specifically refers to the balance (either positive or negative) of an account or financial summary.
- Kontostand is often used synonymously for an account balance but can be less formal.
- Guthaben always means a positive balance or credit.
- Restbetrag refers more generally to any remaining sum to be paid or available, not necessarily a finalized balance.
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Examples
Der Saldo auf dem Bankkonto wurde aktualisiert.noun
The balance on the bank account was updated.
Wie hoch ist der aktuelle Saldo nach der Überweisung?noun
What is the current balance after the transfer?
Am Ende des Geschäftsjahres wiesen die verschiedenen Konten einen positiven Saldo auf.noun
At the end of the fiscal year, the various accounts showed a positive balance.
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