Noun
Verb
/bæŋk/
The term "bank" primarily refers to a financial institution that accepts deposits from the public, provides loans, and offers other financial services such as wealth management and currency exchange. In a broader sense, it can also mean a place where something is stored or an establishment for purposes related to banking.
In everyday language, "bank" is frequently used in both oral and written contexts, especially in discussions about finances, savings, business, and economics. Its usage is common in both everyday conversations and more formal written contexts like reports or articles.
I need to go to the bank to deposit my paycheck.
(Мне нужно пойти в банк, чтобы внести свой чек.)
The bank offers various loan options for home buyers.
(Банк предлагает различные варианты кредитов для покупателей домов.)
She works at the bank as a financial advisor.
(Она работает в банке в качестве финансового консультанта.)
The word "bank" is commonly found in several idiomatic expressions, illustrating its importance in the financial world and more general contexts.
To bank on something.
I am banking on the fact that he will help me with my project.
(Я рассчитываю на то, что он поможет мне с моим проектом.)
To break the bank.
Going on vacation in Europe will break the bank this year.
(Поездка в Европу в этом году разорит нас.)
To have a full bank account.
I love the feeling of having a full bank account at the end of the month.
(Мне нравится чувство, когда в конце месяца у меня полный банковский счет.)
To bank on a good outcome.
We are banking on a good outcome from the negotiations.
(Мы надеемся на хороший результат от переговоров.)
To save for a rainy day.
It's a good idea to bank some money for a rainy day.
(Хорошо иметь немного денег на черный день.)
The word "bank" comes from the Late Latin word "banca," which means "bench" (the original seat of bankers). This evolved into Old Italian "banca" and French "banque," both referring to an institution for financial transactions. The use of "bank" as a financial institution can be traced back to medieval Europe.
Synonyms:
- Financial institution
- Lender
- Savings institution
Antonyms:
- Borrower
- Debtor
- Spendthrift
The term "bank" is integral not only to financial discourse but also to various idiomatic expressions in English, reflective of its widespread utility in both personal and professional contexts.