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押金

yā jīn

HSK 5

Meaning

  • deposit
  • down payment

Definition

为保证履行某种义务而预先支付的款项，通常在义务履行完毕后返还。

A sum of money paid in advance as a guarantee of fulfilling an obligation, usually refundable after the obligation is fulfilled.

Usage

押金常用于租房、借用物品、预订服务等场景，作为对可能发生的损失或违约的担保。

Deposit is commonly used in scenarios such as renting, borrowing items, or booking services, as a guarantee against potential losses or breaches of contract.

Examples

  • 1 租房时，需要向房东支付一个月的租金作为押金。 (When renting a house, you need to pay one month's rent as a deposit to the landlord.)
  • 2 借车时，租车公司通常要求支付一笔押金。 (When renting a car, the rental company usually requires a deposit.)
  • 3 住酒店时，前台会收取一定的押金以防止房间物品损坏。 (When staying at a hotel, the front desk will charge a deposit to prevent damage to room items.)
  • 4 参加夏令营需要先缴纳押金以确认名额。 (To participate in a summer camp, you need to pay a deposit first to confirm your spot.)
  • 5 退还押金时，需确保物品完好无损且无欠费。 (When refunding the deposit, ensure the item is in good condition and there are no outstanding fees.)

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