der Check
Translation
check, check-up, test, cheque
Examples
Regelmäßige Checks sind wichtig für die Gesundheit.
Regular check-ups are important for your health.
Er bezahlte die Rechnung mit einem Check.
He paid the bill with a cheque.
Grammar Patterns
to do a check (einen Check machen) The doctor is doing a quick check.
to pay by cheque (mit einem Check bezahlen) Can I pay by cheque?
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Überprüfung (inspection), die Untersuchung (examination); der Scheck (cheque)
Etymology
A loanword from English 'check'. It retains both meanings: an inspection and a payment order (cheque).
Memory Tips
Remember it has the same dual meaning as in English: a health 'check' and a payment 'cheque'. The German spelling 'der Scheck' is also common for the payment method.