El préstamo
Example: El préstamo bancario facilitó la compra de la casa nueva.
Definition
"El préstamo" in finance refers to a sum of money that is lent by a bank or financial institution to an individual or entity, which must be repaid with interest over a specified period. It is commonly used for purchasing goods or financing projects.
Etymology
The word "el préstamo" comes from the Spanish verb "prestar," meaning 'to lend,' which itself originates from the Latin verb 'praestare,' meaning 'to provide or to offer.' Did you know? The root reflects the idea of offering something temporarily, which perfectly suits the concept of a loan.
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"El préstamo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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