lending
word · lemma: lend
/ˈɫɛndɪŋ/
/lˈɛndɪŋ/
Definition
The act of giving something, usually money, to someone for a period of time, expecting it to be returned, often with extra payment (interest). Commonly used in finance and banking.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in formal or financial contexts (e.g., 'lending money', 'lending practices'). Not the same as 'borrowing' (which is from the receiver's perspective). Common collocations: 'lending institution', 'lending rate'.
Spanish: préstamo (acto de prestar) - concesión de préstamosPortuguese (BR): empréstimo (ato de emprestar)Portuguese (PT): empréstimo (ato de emprestar)Chinese (Simplified): 借贷 - 出借Chinese (Traditional): 借貸 - 出借Hindi: उधार देना (क्रिया के रूप में) - उधारी (संज्ञा के रूप में)Arabic: إقراضBengali: ঋণদান - ধার দেওয়াRussian: кредитование - заимствование (как предоставление)Japanese: 貸し出し - 貸付Vietnamese: cho vayKorean: 대출 - 빌려주기Turkish: kredi verme - ödünç vermeUrdu: قرض دیناIndonesian: pemberian pinjaman
Example Sentences
There are strict rules for lending in this country.
natural
Lending books to friends can help them learn new things.
basic
Many banks make money through lending.
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The bank's lending helps people buy homes.
basic
Online lending has become popular for quick loans.
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Their generous lending made the project possible.
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