ein|lösen
Translation
to redeem, to cash, to fulfil
Examples
Ich möchte diesen Gutschein einlösen.
I would like to redeem this voucher.
Er löst sein Versprechen ein.
He is fulfilling his promise.
Kann ich hier einen Scheck einlösen?
Can I cash a cheque here?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) einlösen (to redeem/cash (sth.)) I want to redeem this voucher.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to redeem, to cash, to fulfil; Antonyms: to break (a promise)
Etymology
From ein- ('in') + lösen ('to loosen, solve'). It's like 'loosening' the value held 'in' a voucher or promise.
Memory Tips
Imagine you are 'releasing' the money from a cheque or the value from a coupon.