English–German

“cost” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈkɔstn̩/

Example

Der Mantel kostet 100 Euro.

The coat costs 100 euros.

Illustration for kosten (cost)

How to say “cost” in German

“Cost” in German is kosten.

A price tag hangs from a product, showing what must be paid for it.

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

Example sentences with kosten

Wie viel kostet ein Kaffee hier?

How much does a coffee cost here?

Tips for using kosten

  • The thing that has a price is the subject, as in 'Der Mantel kostet 100 Euro'; the person who bears the cost takes the accusative case.

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