alquiler

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/alkiˈleɾ/
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An arrangement that lets someone use property for a time in exchange for money.
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Examples

  • El alquiler de bicicletas incluye el casco.
    The bicycle rental includes a helmet.
  • El casero devolvió parte del alquiler cobrado por error.
    The landlord returned part of the rent charged by mistake.
  • Compartir piso reduce el alquiler que paga cada persona.
    Sharing a flat reduces the rent each person pays.
  • La agencia gestiona el alquiler del local.
    The agency manages the rental of the premises.
  • Durante el viaje usamos un coche de alquiler.
    During the trip we used a rental car.

Similar words

locación
canon
arriendo
renta
arriendo
mensualidad
renta
arrendamiento

Meanings

Temporary use for payment

noun
business
neutral
The act or arrangement of letting someone use a home, vehicle, or other property for an agreed time in exchange for money.

Examples

  • Buscamos un alquiler cerca de la universidad.
    We are looking for a rental near the university.
  • El contrato de alquiler dura un año.
    The rental contract lasts one year.
  • El alquiler de bicicletas incluye el casco.
    The bicycle rental includes a helmet.
  • Durante el viaje usamos un coche de alquiler.
    During the trip we used a rental car.
  • La agencia gestiona el alquiler del local.
    The agency manages the rental of the premises.

Similar words

arrendamiento
arriendo
renta
locación

Payment for temporary use

noun
finance
neutral
The amount paid regularly or once for the temporary use of a home, vehicle, or other property.

Examples

  • El alquiler subió cincuenta euros este mes.
    The rent went up by fifty euros this month.
  • Pagamos el alquiler el primer día de cada mes.
    We pay the rent on the first day of every month.
  • Su sueldo apenas alcanza para el alquiler.
    Their salary barely covers the rent.
  • El casero devolvió parte del alquiler cobrado por error.
    The landlord returned part of the rent charged by mistake.
  • Compartir piso reduce el alquiler que paga cada persona.
    Sharing a flat reduces the rent each person pays.

Similar words

renta
arriendo
mensualidad
canon

Etymology

Borrowed through Andalusi Arabic alkirá, from Classical Arabic kirāʼ, meaning payment for temporary use.

FAQ

What does alquiler mean?

It can mean a rental arrangement or the money paid for that temporary use.

Is alquiler masculine or feminine?

It is masculine: el alquiler and los alquileres.

What is the plural of alquiler?

The plural is alquileres.

What is the difference between alquiler and renta?

Both can name rent, but alquiler also readily names the act or arrangement of renting, while renta has other meanings related to income.

Can alquiler refer to vehicles?

Yes. Coche de alquiler and alquiler de bicicletas are common uses.

Where does alquiler come from?

It entered Spanish through Andalusi Arabic alkirá, ultimately from Classical Arabic kirāʼ.

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