German word

Finanzlage

Pronunciation

IPA/fiˈnantsˌlaːgə/

Meaning

  • feminine nounfinancial situation

Example

Wir müssen die Finanzlage prüfen.

We need to check the financial situation.

Illustration for Finanzlage (financial situation)

More examples

Die aktuelle Finanzlage des Projekts ist angespannt.

The project's current financial situation is strained.

Core concept

A report card for money shows whether an organization can meet its near-term commitments.

Common phrases

  • aktuelle Finanzlage

    current financial situation

  • die Finanzlage des Unternehmens

    the financial situation of the company

  • Finanzlage verbessern

    improve financial situation

Similar words

Finanzsituation: The overall monetary condition, including income, expenses, assets, and liabilities.
Liquidität: A measure of the amount or share of assets that can quickly become cash.
Zahlungsfähigkeit: The ability to meet current payment obligations by their deadlines.
Bonität: A lender's assessment of repayment ability and credit reliability.

Definition in German

Der Stand der finanziellen Mittel und Verpflichtungen zu einem bestimmten Zeitpunkt, insbesondere im Hinblick auf Liquidität und Zahlungsfähigkeit.

Word origin

Lage is a native German noun from liegen, and Finanz is a French borrowing ultimately related to Latin financia; together they form a transparent compound.

Usage tips

  • Finanzlage is broader than English funding situation because it can include liabilities and solvency as well as available funds.

Other meanings

  • funding situationnoun
  • fiscal situationnoun

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