mortgage

noun B2

Meaning

A mortgage is a loan specifically used to purchase real estate, where the property itself serves as collateral for the loan.
💡 A common mistake is confusing "mortgage" with "rent"; a mortgage involves ownership while rent does not.

Example Sentences

How long does it usually take to pay off a mortgage ?
I need to apply for a mortgage to buy a house .
She applied for a mortgage to buy her first house .
The bank approved her mortgage application after careful review .

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