rentals

word · lemma: rental

Definition

Things, such as houses, cars, or equipment, that you can use for a period of time in exchange for payment. Also refers to the business of letting things be rented by others.

Usage & Nuances

Usually refers to multiple items available for rent or the business of renting. Common collocations: 'car rentals', 'vacation rentals', 'movie rentals'. Different from 'lease', which suggests longer-term agreements.

Spanish: alquileres - arrendamientosPortuguese (BR): alugueis - locaçõesPortuguese (PT): alugueres - arrendamentosChinese (Simplified): 租赁 - 出租Chinese (Traditional): 租賃 - 出租Hindi: किरायेArabic: إيجارات

Example Sentences

There are many car rentals at the airport.

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Short-term apartment rentals are popular with tourists.

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Our company offers equipment rentals for events.

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These vacation rentals get booked out months in advance.

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Movie rentals aren't as common now because of streaming services.

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You can find bike rentals near the park entrance.

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