die Bausparkasse
Translation
building society, building and loan association
Examples
Ich habe einen Vertrag bei einer Bausparkasse.
I have a contract with a building society.
Die Bausparkasse gewährt günstige Darlehen für den Hausbau.
The building society provides favorable loans for home construction.
Grammar Patterns
to have a contract with ((a Bausparkasse)) Ich habe einen Vertrag bei einer Bausparkasse.
Similar Words
Bank (bank), Kreditinstitut (credit institution)
Etymology
From 'Bau' (building) + 'sparen' (to save) + 'Kasse' (cash box, bank). A bank where you save for building.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'building-saving-cashbox'. It's a special bank specifically for saving up to build a house.