Das Eigenkapital
Example: Das Eigenkapital hilft dem Unternehmen beim Start.
Definition
The term "das Eigenkapital" refers to the funds that a company’s owners invest in the business, representing the owners' equity or net worth. It is the capital that belongs solely to the business without any liabilities, helping to finance operations and growth.
Etymology
"Das Eigenkapital" is a German compound word formed from "eigen" meaning 'own' or 'personal' and "Kapital" meaning 'capital' or 'money'. It literally translates to 'own capital,' reflecting the concept of funds owned by the business owners themselves. Did you know this term emphasizes ownership and distinguishes it from borrowed funds?
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"Das Eigenkapital" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Entrepreneurship - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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