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Mieter

tenant, renter

noun MEE-ter Rare

Usage Note

Mieter is the person renting a dwelling from a Vermieter (landlord). German tenancy law strongly protects Mieter; they cannot be evicted without notice and have the right to remain even if the property is sold.

Examples

"Die Mieter der unteren Wohnung beschwerten sich über den Lärm."

Natural Translation

The tenants of the lower flat complained about the noise.

Literal Translation

The tenants of the lower flat complained themselves about the noise.

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