Pfand Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Pfand" is used as noun with the meaning of "deposit", "bottle deposit" or "pledge".

Essential properties of "Pfand"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: neutral
  • Singular: das Pfand
  • Plural: die Pfänder

Meanings of "Pfand" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Refundable deposit for containers/bottles"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich habe das Pfand für die Flaschen zurückbekommen.I got the deposit back for the bottles.
  2. Bitte zahlen Sie das Pfand an der Kasse.Please pay the deposit at the checkout.
  3. Das Pfand beträgt 25 Cent pro Flasche.The deposit is 25 cents per bottle.

2.) "Guarantee or pledge for debt/commitment"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hat sein Auto als Pfand hinterlegt.He deposited his car as collateral.
  2. Das Haus dient als Pfand für den Kredit.The house serves as collateral for the loan.
  3. Ohne Pfand gibt es keinen Kredit.Without collateral, there is no loan.
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