der Mietzins
Translation
rent, rental payment
Examples
Der Mietzins ist am Ersten des Monats fällig.
The rent is due on the first of the month.
Der Vermieter hat den Mietzins erhöht.
The landlord has increased the rent.
Grammar Patterns
to pay the rent den Mietzins zahlen The tenant must pay the rent on time.
to increase the rent den Mietzins erhöhen The landlord cannot simply increase the rent.
Similar Words
die Miete (more common), die Pacht (lease payment for land/business)
Etymology
Composed of 'Miete' (rent) and 'Zins' (interest, fee).
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'fee' or 'interest' you pay for renting. It's a more formal or legal term than 'Miete'.