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Darlehen

German → American English

American English

loan

Ein geliehener Geldbetrag, der später zurückgezahlt werden muss, meist mit Zinsen.

Er hat ein Darlehen für sein Haus aufgenommen.

Darlehen is a formal noun, often used in banking or legal contexts. Use Kredit more often in everyday speech for a bank loan, and remember that Darlehen is neuter: das Darlehen.

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Finanzierung Zins

Frequently asked questions

What does “Darlehen” mean in English?
“Darlehen” means “loan” in English.
Is “Darlehen” the same as “Kredit”?
They are very close in meaning, but “Darlehen” is usually more formal, while “Kredit” is more common in everyday German.
Is “Darlehen” masculine, feminine, or neuter?
“Darlehen” is neuter: das Darlehen.
How do you use “Darlehen” in a sentence?
Example: Ich habe ein Darlehen bei der Bank aufgenommen. = I took out a loan from the bank.