die Bonitätsauskunft
Translation
credit report, credit information, credit rating report
Examples
Die Bank holt eine Bonitätsauskunft ein.
The bank obtains a credit report.
Eine negative Bonitätsauskunft kann den Kreditantrag gefährden.
A negative credit report can jeopardize the loan application.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) einholen to obtain (a credit report) The bank obtains a credit report.
((sth.)) anfordern to request (a credit report) You can request a credit report online.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kreditauskunft, credit report
Etymology
Compounded from 'Bonität' (creditworthiness, from Latin 'bonitas' meaning 'goodness') and 'Auskunft' (information). Literally 'goodness information'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'bonus' check. The 'Auskunft' is the 'information' about your financial 'bonus' points (your creditworthiness).