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.

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
root
+
kostenfrei
free of costs
compound adjective
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