leihen

B1 Verb

English Translation

to lend, to borrow

leihen — German verb meaning to lend, to borrow (B1)
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What does „leihen" mean in English?

„leihen" is a German verb meaning "to lend, to borrow" in English. CEFR Level B1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.

Example Sentences

1

Ich habe mir von meinem Bruder 50 Euro geliehen.

I borrowed 50 euros from my brother.

2

Ich kann dir mein Fahrrad leihen.

I can lend you my bicycle.

3

Sie können das Buch in der Bibliothek ausleihen.

You can borrow the book in the library.

CEFR Level

B1

Intermediate — main points on familiar topics, travel, and interests.

This word is part of the official Goethe-Institut B1 vocabulary list.

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