financiamiento
“financiamiento” means “financing” in Spanish (the act of providing or getting money for a project).
financing
Also: funding
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Necesitamos financiamiento para comprar una casa.
A2We need financing to buy a house.
El banco ofrece un plan de financiamiento con intereses bajos.
B1The bank offers a financing plan with low interest.
Muchos proyectos nuevos buscan financiamiento colectivo en internet.
B2Many new projects look for crowdfunding (collective financing) on the internet.
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¿Cuál es la palabra más común en España para 'financiamiento'?
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Comes from the verb 'financiar', which has roots in the Old French word 'finance', originally meaning 'an end' or 'settlement of a debt'.
First recorded: 19th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'financiamiento' different from a loan?
Yes, 'financiamiento' is the broad concept of getting funds, while a 'préstamo' (loan) is a specific type of financing where you borrow money and pay it back.
Can I use 'financiamiento' for small things?
Usually, it is used for larger investments like cars, houses, or business equipment. For a small lunch, you would just say 'pagar' (to pay).
Is it always a noun?
Yes, 'financiamiento' is always a noun. If you want to use a verb, use 'financiar'.