German word

kostenfrei

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈkɔstn̩ˌfʁaɪ̯/

Meaning

  • adjectivefree

Example

Die kostenfreie Lieferung kommt morgen.

The free delivery will arrive tomorrow.

Illustration for kostenfrei (free)

More examples

Wir bieten kostenfreie Beratung an.

We offer free consultation.

Core concept

A fee barrier is removed before a person receives the service.

Common phrases

  • kostenfreie Lieferung

    free delivery

  • kostenfreie Beratung

    free consultation

  • kostenfreier Download

    free download

  • kostenfreie Hotline

    free hotline

Similar words

kostenlos: Provided at no cost or expense.
gratis: Provided free of charge in informal speech.
umsonst: Provided without having to pay, in informal speech.
gebührenfrei: Not subject to a fee or required charge.

Definition in German

Ohne anfallende Gebühren oder Zahlungen; für die empfangende Person kostenlos.

Word origin

The word is a transparent German compound of Kosten, costs, and frei, free from or without, and it describes the absence of a charge.

Usage tips

  • Kostenfrei usually describes an offer or service, whereas frei alone has many other meanings, including free time, available space, or liberty.

Opposites

  • kostenpflichtigchargeableadjective
  • gebührenpflichtigfee-basedadjective

Related words

  • Kostenfreiheitcost-free statusnoun

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