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Versandkostenfrei
/ˈfɛɐ̯zantˌkɔstn̩ˌfʁaɪ̯/
free shipping
Die Lieferung ist versandkostenfrei.
The delivery is free of shipping costs.
Business
formal
Including the cost of shipping in the price; no additional shipping fee is charged.
Das Produkt kostet 29,99 € und ist versandkostenfrei.
The product costs €29.99 and includes free shipping.
Versandkostenfrei bestellen Sie ab 50 €.
Free shipping applies for orders over €50.
Commonly used in online retail and e-commerce to indicate that shipping costs are covered by the seller.
Collocations
versandkostenfreie Lieferungfree shipping deliveryversandkostenfreier Versandfree shippingversandkostenfreier Versand ab 30 €free shipping from €30
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Pro Tip
Shopping in Germany
When shopping online in Germany, look for 'versandkostenfrei' to avoid unexpected shipping fees. Some retailers offer free shipping only above a certain order value.
Gold Rule
Free shipping thresholds
Always check if 'versandkostenfrei' applies to your entire order or only above a specific amount. Some retailers exclude certain products or regions.
Word Origin
Compound of 'Versand' (shipping, from 'versenden' = to ship) and 'kostenfrei' (cost-free, from 'Kosten' = costs and 'frei' = free).
Usage Notes
Used primarily in written and online contexts, such as product listings or order confirmations. Not typically used in spoken German unless referring to a specific offer.
Word Breakdown
Versand
shipping
rootkostenfrei
free of costs
compound adjectiveDeutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch