der Zinsaufschlag
Translation
interest surcharge, interest premium, spread
Examples
Die Bank erhebt einen Zinsaufschlag.
The bank charges an interest surcharge.
Der Zinsaufschlag hängt von der Bonität ab.
The interest premium depends on the credit rating.
Grammar Patterns
((an interest surcharge)) ((on sth.)) an interest surcharge on sth. The bank charges an interest surcharge on the loan.
Similar Words
Marge (margin), Prämie (premium), Gebühr (fee)
Etymology
From 'Zins' (interest) + 'Aufschlag' (surcharge, premium). Literally an 'interest surcharge'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as an extra 'strike' or 'hit' (Aufschlag) on top of the base interest (Zins).