subletting Definition
- 1the act of renting out a property that one is already renting from a landlord or owner
- 2the act of renting out a part of a rented property to another person
Using subletting: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "subletting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
I'm subletting my apartment for the summer while I travel abroad.
Example
Subletting is not allowed in my lease agreement.
Example
She's looking for someone to sublet her spare room for a few months.
subletting Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for subletting
- renting out
- leasing out
- letting out
Summary: subletting in Brief
The term 'subletting' [sʌbˈlɛtɪŋ] refers to the act of renting out a property that one is already renting from a landlord or owner, or the act of renting out a part of a rented property to another person. It is often used when the original tenant needs to leave temporarily or permanently and wants to avoid breaking the lease agreement. Examples include 'I'm subletting my apartment for the summer while I travel abroad.' and 'She's looking for someone to sublet her spare room for a few months.'
