die Mora
Translation
delay, default (in payment), mora (linguistics)
Examples
Der Schuldner befindet sich in Mora.
The debtor is in default.
Grammar Patterns
in Mora sein/geraten to be/get in default The debtor is in default.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Verzug, Verzögerung (delay)
Etymology
From Latin 'mora' meaning 'delay'. It's a technical term in law and linguistics.
Memory Tips
Think of the word 'moratorium', which means a temporary prohibition of an activity, related to the concept of delay.