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Kosten
/ˈkɔstn̩/
costs
Die Kosten für das Projekt sind zu hoch.
The costs for the project are too high.
general
The amount of money required to pay for something; expenses.
Die Kosten für die Reparatur des Autos betragen 500 Euro.
The cost of repairing the car is 500 euros.
In German, 'Kosten' is always plural and refers to expenses in a general sense.
Business
formal
The financial burden or price associated with a particular action or decision.
Die Kosten der Umstellung auf erneuerbare Energien sind hoch, aber langfristig lohnend.
The costs of switching to renewable energy are high, but worthwhile in the long run.
In business contexts, 'Kosten' can refer to both direct and indirect expenses.
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Pro Tip
Plural Usage
Remember that 'Kosten' is always plural in German, even when referring to a single expense.
Gold Rule
Capitalization
As a noun, 'Kosten' must be capitalized in German.
Word Origin
Derived from the verb 'kosten' (to cost), which comes from the Old High German 'kost' (expense).
Usage Notes
In German, 'Kosten' is always used in the plural, even when referring to a single expense. It is a common noun and should be capitalized.
Word Breakdown
Kost
expense
root-en
plural suffix
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