“Borrow” vs. “Rent”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 8, 2023
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The difference between “borrow” and “rent”
- Borrowing is typically free, while renting requires a fee to be paid.
- Borrowing is usually for a shorter period of time than renting.
- Renting often involves a signed agreement outlining terms and conditions, whereas borrowing does not necessarily require a formal agreement.
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What is the definition of “borrow” and “rent”?
Borrow
- To temporarily take someone else's property with their permission.
- The borrower is expected to return the item as soon as possible.
- The borrower is typically not charged a fee for borrowing.
Rent
- To pay a fee in exchange for the temporary use of someone else's property.
- The renter is expected to return the item by a specific date.
- The renter is required to pay a fee for the use of the property.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Rent” is the more popular variant on the web.
Borrow
185,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- Can I borrow your pen for a moment?
- I need to borrow some money to pay off my bills.
- She loves to borrow books from the library.
More popular
Rent
853,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- He's planning to rent a car for his trip to the mountains.
- I don't want to buy a tuxedo for the wedding, so I'll just rent one.
- They decided to rent out their extra room to a college student.
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