dette

Definitions of dette
  1. noun
    an obligation to pay money to another party
    synonyms: dettes, obligation financière
  2. noun
    money or goods or services owed by one person to another
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    emprun, prêt
    the temporary provision of money (usually at interest)
    capital, principal
    the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated
    dû
    an amount due (as at a restaurant or bar)
    emprunt, prêt à vue
    a loan that is repayable on demand
    prêt personnel
    a loan that establishes consumer credit that is granted for personal use; usually unsecured and based on the borrower's integrity and ability to pay
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