die Geldschuld
Translation
monetary debt, debt of money
Examples
Er muss eine hohe Geldschuld begleichen.
He has to settle a large monetary debt.
Die Geldschuld wurde in Raten abbezahlt.
The monetary debt was paid off in instalments.
Grammar Patterns
to settle ((a Geldschuld)) (to settle a monetary debt) He has settled his monetary debts.
Similar Words
Synonyms: liability, financial obligation; Antonyms: credit, claim
Etymology
From 'Geld' (money) + 'Schuld' (debt, guilt). Literally a 'money-debt'.
Memory Tips
A very direct compound word: a 'Schuld' (debt) that consists of 'Geld' (money).