credit limit
Spanish: límite de crédito
Description
A credit limit is the maximum amount of credit that a financial institution extends to a borrower. It is an important factor in determining the borrower's ability to make purchases or take out loans.
Interpreter Notes
Interpreters should be aware that the term 'límite de crédito' may be used in various financial contexts, such as loans and credit cards. It is crucial to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms that may confuse the meaning. Common regional variations may include 'límite de préstamo', but it is best to stick to the glossary term in formal settings.
Example Sentences
EN: The bank increased my credit limit after reviewing my financial history.
ES: El banco aumentó mi límite de crédito después de revisar mi historial financiero.
Common Interpreter Mistakes
Confusing 'límite de crédito' with 'límite de gasto'; misinterpreting the term as a fixed amount rather than a maximum; mixing it up with terms related to interest rates.