die Leihe
Translation
loan, borrowing, lending
Examples
Die Leihe des Buches ist kostenlos.
The loan of the book is free of charge.
Ich habe das Werkzeug nur als Leihe.
I only have the tool on loan.
Grammar Patterns
to have sth. as a loan ((sth.)) Ich habe das Werkzeug nur als Leihe.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Miete (rent), Pacht (lease); Antonyms: Kauf (purchase)
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'leihen' (to lend, to borrow).
Memory Tips
Connects directly to the verb 'leihen'. Think of it as the noun form for the act of lending or borrowing.