English–German

“compensation” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛntˈʃɛːdɪgʊŋ/

Example

Die Entschädigung deckt den Schaden.

The compensation covers the damage.

Illustration for Entschädigung (compensation)

How to say “compensation” in German

“Compensation” in German is Entschädigung.

A person receives money or another benefit to offset harm, disadvantage, or a lost advantage.

Full entry for Entschädigung: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Entschädigung

Nach dem Unfall erhielt er eine Entschädigung für den Schaden.

After the accident, he received compensation for the damage.

Tips for using Entschädigung

  • Entschädigung commonly takes für with the accusative when naming what it covers, as in Entschädigung für den Schaden.

Other German words for “compensation”

Der Staat zahlte Wiedergutmachungen an die Überlebenden.

The state paid compensation to the survivors.

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