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lease

Pronunciation: [/liːs/]

Word

Learn how to use lease in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “renting property”

(noun) an agreement to rent property, usually for a specific period of time. It's like borrowing a house or a car for a while, but you have to pay for it.

Example

They signed a lease for the apartment for one year.

Example

The landlord refused to renew the lease because of late payments.

Example

How long is the lease for the office space?

Context: “renting property”

(verb) to rent property for a specific period of time in exchange for money. It's like lending a house or a car to someone, but they have to pay you for it.

Example

They decided to lease a country cottage for their summer vacation.

Example

The company cannot afford to lease new office space at the moment.

Example

Have they agreed to lease the building for the new store?

How to pronounce lease

Pronunciation: [/liːs/]

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