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Abschlagszahlung
German → American English
American English
down payment
eine teilweise Zahlung vor der endgültigen Abrechnung
Die Abschlagszahlung wird in zwei Raten geleistet.Use Abschlagszahlung in formal financial or contract contexts, especially when a payment is made in installments before the final settlement. It is not the most common everyday word; Anzahlung is often more natural for an initial deposit.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Abschlagszahlung mean in English?
Abschlagszahlung means a partial payment or down payment, depending on the context.
Is Abschlagszahlung the same as Anzahlung?
Not exactly. Anzahlung usually means a deposit or initial payment, while Abschlagszahlung often refers to an installment or partial payment made before the final payment.
How do you use Abschlagszahlung in a sentence?
For example: "Die Abschlagszahlung ist bis zum Monatsende fällig."
Is Abschlagszahlung a common word?
It is fairly formal and more common in contracts, billing, and business contexts than in everyday speech.