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“minimum wage” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈmɪndəstˌloːn/

Example

Der Arbeitgeber muss den Mindestlohn zahlen.

The employer must pay the minimum wage.

Illustration for Mindestlohn (minimum wage)

How to say “minimum wage” in German

“Minimum wage” in German is Mindestlohn.

The lowest rung on a pay scale established by law.

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

Example sentences with Mindestlohn

Seit 2020 gilt ein bundeseinheitlicher Mindestlohn.

Since 2020, a nationwide minimum wage has been in effect.

Tips for using Mindestlohn

  • Mindestlohn normally refers to pay for work rather than a general minimum income, so Einkommen is not an interchangeable term.

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