렌트하다
To pay money to use something, like a car or a house, for a short time.
Explanation at your level:
You use rent when you pay money to use a car or a house for a few days. You do not buy it. You just use it and give it back.
When you go on vacation, you might rent a car to drive around. You pay the company for the days you use the car. It is cheaper than buying a new one.
We often use rent for temporary housing or equipment. If you are a student, you might rent a room. Remember that you have to return the item in good condition when your time is up.
The term rent implies a contractual obligation. You are paying for the right of use, not ownership. It is a standard business practice for short-term asset utilization.
Beyond physical objects, we can speak of renting space in a figurative sense, though this is less common. The nuance lies in the temporary nature of the transaction versus the permanence of ownership.
Historically, the concept of rent was tied to feudal land systems. Today, the 'sharing economy' has transformed how we use the verb, applying it to peer-to-peer services where individuals rent out their own personal assets.
واژه در 30 ثانیه
- Rent means to pay for temporary use.
- It is different from buying.
- Commonly used for cars and housing.
- The person who owns the property is a landlord.
When you rent something, you are essentially borrowing it for a set amount of time in exchange for money. It is a very common way to access things you need temporarily without having to buy them permanently.
Think of it as a short-term lease. Whether it is a car for a road trip or a tuxedo for a wedding, the concept remains the same: you use it, you pay for the time, and then you return it to the owner.
The word rent comes from the Old French word 'rente', which means 'revenue' or 'income'. It traces back further to the Latin 'reddita', meaning 'given back'.
Historically, it referred to the payment made to a landlord for the use of land. Over centuries, the meaning expanded from just property to include almost any movable object, like tools or vehicles, reflecting how our modern economy values access over ownership.
In English, we usually say rent a car or rent an apartment. Note that for smaller items, we sometimes use the word hire (especially in British English) or lease (for long-term contracts).
Use this word when you are talking about temporary arrangements. If you are talking about a permanent purchase, avoid this word entirely to prevent confusion!
1. Rent-free: To occupy someone's thoughts constantly without them realizing it. 2. Rent control: Government regulation on how much a landlord can charge. 3. Rent out: To be the person who lets others use your property for money. 4. For rent: A sign indicating a property is available. 5. Rent-to-own: A contract where you pay rent and eventually own the item.
As a verb, rent follows regular conjugation: rent, rents, rented, renting. It is a transitive verb, meaning it needs an object (e.g., 'I rented a bike').
Pronunciation: /rɛnt/. It rhymes with 'bent', 'sent', 'tent', 'went', and 'spent'. The stress is always on the single syllable.
Fun Fact
Originally meant the income derived from land.
Pronunciation Guide
Short 'e' sound
Crisp 't' at the end
Common Errors
- Adding an extra syllable
- Pronouncing it like 'rant'
- Softening the 't'
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
Very easy to read
Simple to use
Easy to pronounce
Clear sound
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
پیشرفته
Grammar to Know
Transitive Verbs
I rent a car.
Past Tense
I rented it.
Articles
The rent is high.
Examples by Level
I rent a car.
I / pay-to-use / a / car
Simple present
I rent a bike.
I rent a house.
They rent a boat.
We rent a room.
She rents a car.
He rents a flat.
Do you rent it?
I need to rent a car for the weekend.
They are renting a house by the beach.
How much does it cost to rent this?
We rented a movie last night.
She rents a studio in the city.
Can we rent skis here?
He is renting a tuxedo for the party.
They rent out their spare room.
I am planning to rent a car during my trip to Italy.
The landlord decided to rent the apartment to a new couple.
We decided to rent a cabin instead of staying at a hotel.
Is it better to rent or buy a house in this market?
They rent out equipment to local construction workers.
I have been renting this office space for five years.
He couldn't afford to buy, so he rented a small cottage.
The company rents out high-end cameras for photographers.
Many people prefer to rent rather than deal with the maintenance of ownership.
The film studio rented the entire street for the movie shoot.
She is looking for a place to rent that is close to the subway.
They offer a rent-to-own program for furniture.
It is common to rent a tuxedo for formal events.
We rented a villa for our family reunion.
The landlord raised the rent last month.
You should check the contract before you rent any heavy machinery.
The startup model relies on renting cloud computing power.
He effectively rented his services to the highest bidder.
The theater rents out its stage for private performances.
They are considering renting a warehouse for inventory storage.
The government regulates how much landlords can charge for rent.
She rented a tuxedo for the gala.
We are renting a car to explore the countryside.
The landlord is responsible for repairs when you rent a property.
The concept of 'rent-seeking' in economics refers to gaining wealth without creating new value.
He rented the hall for a private lecture series.
The company rents out its proprietary software to smaller firms.
They are renting a private jet for the executives.
The contract specifies the terms under which you can rent the equipment.
She rents out her vacation home during the summer months.
The landlord has the right to evict if you fail to pay rent.
They rented a temporary space while their house was being renovated.
ترکیبهای رایج
Idioms & Expressions
"rent-free"
Occupying thoughts
He lives in my head rent-free.
casual"rent control"
Price caps
This building is under rent control.
formal"rent-to-own"
Purchase plan
We chose a rent-to-own plan.
business"for rent"
Available
Is that house for rent?
neutral"rent out"
Leasing to others
They rent out the basement.
neutral"pay the rent"
Earn a living
He works hard to pay the rent.
casualEasily Confused
Both mean temporary use
Lease is usually long-term
I have a two-year lease.
Both involve temporary use
Borrow is free
Can I borrow your pen?
Both mean paying for use
Hire is common for people/services
We hired a lawyer.
Both involve goods
Buy is permanent
I bought a car.
Sentence Patterns
I rent a [noun]
I rent a car.
I am renting a [noun]
I am renting a house.
He rents out his [noun]
He rents out his room.
We decided to rent a [noun]
We decided to rent a boat.
They offer a rent-to-own [noun]
They offer a rent-to-own plan.
خانواده کلمه
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
مرتبط
How to Use It
9
Formality Scale
اشتباهات رایج
Past tense needed.
Redundant.
Borrow is for free.
Buy is permanent.
Direction matters.
Tips
Memory Palace
Visualize a key being handed over for a short time.
Native Usage
Say 'I'm renting a car' for travel.
Cultural Insight
Renting is very common for students.
Grammar Shortcut
Rent + object.
Say It Right
Keep it short.
Avoid Mistakes
Don't say 'I rent a car' if you bought it.
Did You Know?
The word rent comes from Latin.
Study Smart
Use flashcards.
Context
Use 'lease' for long-term.
Verbs
Past tense is rented.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
R-E-N-T: Really Expensive New Transportation (if you rent a car).
Visual Association
A 'For Rent' sign on a house.
Word Web
چالش
Look at a 'For Rent' sign today and say the word.
ریشه کلمه
Old French
Original meaning: Revenue or income
بافت فرهنگی
None
Renting is a standard way of life for many, especially in cities.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Travel
- Rent a car
- Rental agency
- Daily rate
Housing
- Pay rent
- Landlord
- Lease agreement
Movies
- Rent a movie
- Online rental
Equipment
- Rent tools
- Hourly rate
Conversation Starters
"Do you prefer to rent or buy a house?"
"Have you ever rented a car?"
"Is rent expensive in your city?"
"What is the best thing you have ever rented?"
"Would you ever rent out your own room?"
Journal Prompts
Describe your experience renting a place.
Why do people choose to rent instead of buy?
What are the pros and cons of renting?
If you could rent anything for a day, what would it be?
سوالات متداول
8 سوالNo, renting is temporary.
No, buying means you own it.
The person who owns the property you rent.
Mostly, but 'hire' is more common for cars in the UK.
It can be both.
The money you pay to rent.
No, that is illegal.
I own this property.
خودت رو بسنج
I want to ___ a car.
Rent is for temporary use.
Which means to pay for temporary use?
Rent is the correct term.
Renting means you own the item.
Renting is temporary.
Word
معنی
Matches definition.
Subject-Verb-Object.
امتیاز: /5
Summary
Renting is paying for temporary access to something you don't own.
- Rent means to pay for temporary use.
- It is different from buying.
- Commonly used for cars and housing.
- The person who owns the property is a landlord.
Memory Palace
Visualize a key being handed over for a short time.
Native Usage
Say 'I'm renting a car' for travel.
Cultural Insight
Renting is very common for students.
Grammar Shortcut
Rent + object.
مثال
제주도 여행을 위해 렌터카를 렌트했어요.
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