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Transportkosten

/ˈtʁanspɔʁtˌkɔstn̩/
noun★Intermediate💡 transportation costs
💼Business
formal

The expenses incurred for moving goods or people from one location to another, typically including fuel, labor, vehicle maintenance, and insurance.

Bei der Kalkulation des Preises müssen wir die Transportkosten berücksichtigen.

When calculating the price, we need to consider the transportation costs.

Die Transportkosten sind in der Rechnung separat aufgeführt.

The transportation costs are listed separately on the invoice.

💡

Often abbreviated as 'Transportk.' in invoices or contracts. Includes both domestic and international shipping expenses.

Collocations

Transportkosten tragento bear/carry transportation costsTransportkosten berechnento calculate transportation costsTransportkosten senkento reduce transportation costsTransportkosten erstattento reimburse transportation costsTransportkosten inklusivetransportation costs included

Synonyms

VersandkostenSpeditionskostenFrachtkostenLogistikkosten

Antonyms

EinkaufspreisProduktionskosten

💡Pro Tip

Distinguish from 'Versandkosten'

'Versandkosten' specifically refers to shipping costs for mail or small packages, while 'Transportkosten' covers broader transportation expenses including freight, logistics, and large-scale shipping.

⚡Gold Rule

When to use 'Transportkosten' vs. 'Frachtkosten'

'Frachtkosten' is more specific to freight charges for goods transported by rail, road, or sea, while 'Transportkosten' is a broader term that may include additional expenses like loading/unloading fees.

📖Word Origin

Compound noun formed from 'Transport' (from Latin 'transportare' meaning 'to carry across') and 'Kosten' (from Middle High German 'koste' meaning 'expense'). First attested in German economic texts in the early 20th century.

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in business, logistics, and e-commerce contexts. In contracts, may be specified as 'frei Haus' (delivered free of charge) or 'ab Werk' (ex works).

Word Breakdown

Transport
transportation
root
+
Kosten
costs
root
Deutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch

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