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“income” in German

German

AlsoEinkünfte · Verdienst

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaɪ̯nˌkɔmən/

Example

Mein Einkommen ist gestiegen.

My income has gone up.

Illustration for Einkommen (income)

How to say “income” in German

“Income” in German is Einkommen.

A stream of financial inflows from employment, property, investments, or public support.

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

Example sentences with Einkommen

Ich habe zusätzliches Einkommen durch einen Nebenjob.

I have additional income from a side job.

Tips for using Einkommen

  • Einkommen is broader than Gehalt or Lohn because it can include rent, interest, and benefits, not only wages.

Other German words for “income”

Er gibt seine Einkünfte in der Steuererklärung an.

He reports his income on his tax return.

Mein Verdienst reicht nicht.

My income isn't enough.

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