Die Zahlung
Example: Die Zahlung muss bis Freitag auf dem Konto sein.
Definition
"Die Zahlung" refers to the act or process of paying money, typically in exchange for goods or services. It involves transferring a sum of money from one party to another to settle a debt or fulfill a financial obligation.
Etymology
The word "die Zahlung" comes from the German verb "zahlen," meaning 'to pay.' It originally derived from the Middle High German word "zalen," which traces back to the Old High German "zalan." Did you know? The root is related to the concept of counting or reckoning, highlighting how payment is closely tied to calculating amounts owed.
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"Die Zahlung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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