Der Zins
Example: Die Bank hat den Zins für das Darlehen erhöht.
Definition
"Der Zins" refers to the interest charged or paid on a loan or financial transaction, usually expressed as a percentage of the principal amount. It represents the cost of borrowing money or the return on investment in financial contexts like banking and loans.
Etymology
The word "der Zins" originates from Old High German "zins" meaning 'payment' or 'rent,' which itself comes from the verb "zinsen," meaning 'to pay interest.' Did you know? The concept of charging interest dates back to ancient civilizations, and "der Zins" has been used in German-speaking regions for centuries to describe this financial charge.
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"Der Zins" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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