El préstec
Example: El préstec del llibre va ser aprovat per la biblioteca.
Definition
"El préstec" refers to the act or instance of lending something, typically money or an item, for a period of time with the expectation of return. It is commonly used in contexts such as libraries, banks, or personal borrowing arrangements.
Etymology
The term "el préstec" comes from the Latin word 'praestare,' meaning to provide or to lend. Over time, it evolved in Catalan to signify the concept of lending or loan, reflecting its close relationship with financial and borrowing activities.
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"El préstec" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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