German word

reduziert

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁeduˈtsiːɐ̯t/

Meaning

  • adjectivediscounted

Example

Die Jacke ist reduziert.

The jacket is discounted.

Illustration for reduziert (discounted)

More examples

Das Hemd ist um 20% reduziert.

The shirt is reduced by 20%.

Core concept

A shop label showing the same item at a lower marked price.

Common phrases

  • um 20% reduziert

    reduced by 20%

  • als Restposten reduziert

    discounted as a clearance item

  • preislich reduziert

    reduced in price

Similar words

rabattiert: Sold more cheaply because a discount has been given.
ermäßigt: Charged at less than the regular price or rate.
vergünstigt: Priced lower through a campaign, concession, or special offer.
günstig: Inexpensive enough to be within an ordinary budget.

Definition in German

Preislich herabgesetzt; als Kennzeichnung für rabattierte Ware gebräuchlich.

Word origin

Reduziert is the past participle of reduzieren, a borrowing ultimately derived from Latin reducere, meaning 'to lead back' or 'bring down'.

Usage tips

  • In retail, reduziert describes a lowered price rather than an item that is inherently cheap; billig can sound negative when describing quality.

Other meanings

  • reducedadjective

Opposites

  • vollpreisigfull-pricedadjective

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