What is another word for moneylending?
Pronunciation: [mˈʌnɪləndɪŋ] (IPA) 
Moneylending is a common practice worldwide, but it's not always referred to as such. Here are a few synonyms for moneylending, each with its unique connotation:
1. Usury - This word carries a negative connotation, indicating excessive interest rates and unethical financial practices.
2. Loan sharking - This slang term implies illegal or unregulated lending with exorbitant interest rates.
3. Microfinancing - This refers to providing small loans to low-income individuals or communities to help them start small businesses or improve their financial situations.
4. Pawnbroking - This refers to lending money using personal property as collateral.
5. Credit extension - This term is used in formal financial contexts to describe the process of loaning money to customers.
