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El alquiler de nuestro piso subió el 10% este año.
A2The rent for our apartment went up 10% this year.
Necesitamos un coche de alquiler para visitar la costa.
B1We need a rental car to visit the coast.
¿Cuándo es la fecha límite para pagar el alquiler?
A1When is the deadline to pay the rent?
💡 Grammar Points
Always Masculine
Even though it ends in '-er', 'alquiler' is a masculine noun, so always use 'el' or 'un' before it: 'el alquiler', 'un buen alquiler'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Noun and Verb
Mistake: "Using *alquiler* when you mean the action of renting, e.g., 'Quiero alquiler una casa.'"
Correction: Use the verb *alquilar* for the action: 'Quiero *alquilar* una casa.' (I want to rent a house).
⭐ Usage Tips
Using 'de alquiler'
When describing an item that is rented, use the phrase 'de alquiler' after the item, like 'bicicleta de alquiler' (rental bike) or 'apartamento de alquiler' (rental apartment).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: alquiler
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses the noun 'alquiler'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Cuál es la diferencia entre 'alquiler' y 'renta'?
Both words mean 'rent,' but 'alquiler' usually refers specifically to the price paid for using a property or item (like a car or apartment). 'Renta' is broader; it can mean the payment for rent, but also generally refers to a person's income or revenue.
How do I say 'for rent'?
The most common way is 'Se alquila' (It is rented/For rent) or 'En alquiler'. You might see a sign that says 'Piso en alquiler' (Apartment for rent).