Die Kreditkarte
Example: Ich habe meine Kreditkarte verloren und kann nicht bezahlen.
Definition
"Die Kreditkarte" is a plastic card issued by a financial institution that allows the holder to borrow funds to pay for goods and services, with the agreement to repay the amount later. It is commonly used for convenient and secure transactions.
Etymology
The word "Kreditkarte" comes from the German words "Kredit," meaning credit or loan, and "Karte," meaning card. It reflects the card's function as a tool for borrowing money on credit. The concept originated in the mid-20th century as a means to simplify payments without carrying cash.
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"Die Kreditkarte" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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