English–German

“extra costs” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈmeːɐ̯ˌkɔstn̩/

Example

Die Mehrkosten sind leider höher als erwartet.

Unfortunately, the extra costs are higher than expected.

Illustration for Mehrkosten (extra costs)

How to say “extra costs” in German

“Extra costs” in German is Mehrkosten.

A contractor's quoted sum acquires extra line items before the final amount is settled.

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

Example sentences with Mehrkosten

Wenn die Frist überschritten wird, entstehen oft Mehrkosten.

If the deadline is exceeded, extra costs often arise.

Tips for using Mehrkosten

  • Mehrkosten specifically suggests an increase beyond a reference amount, while höhere Kosten can simply mean costs that are higher in general.

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