Description

A bounced check refers to a check that cannot be processed because the account it is drawn on does not have sufficient funds. This can result in fees for both the issuer and the recipient of the check.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'cheque devuelto' is commonly used in formal contexts, while 'cheque sin fondos' may be more colloquial. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid using regional slang. Ensure clarity to prevent confusion with terms related to other financial instruments.

Example Sentences

EN: The landlord refused to accept a bounced check for the rent payment.

ES: El propietario se negó a aceptar un cheque devuelto como pago del alquiler.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'cheque devuelto' with 'cheque cancelado'; mixing up financial terms with medical terminology; misinterpreting the implications of a bounced check in legal contexts.