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Aufwandsentschädigung

expense allowance

noun OWF-vants-ent-shay-di-goong Rare
People & Society Money

Also means

reimbursement for costs incurred

Usage Note

Aufwandsentschädigung is a flat-rate or itemised reimbursement for costs incurred in the course of work or voluntary service. Volunteers in honorary roles (Ehrenamt) often receive a tax-free Aufwandsentschädigung.

Examples

"Ehrenamtliche erhalten eine Aufwandsentschädigung von 200 Euro jährlich."

Natural Translation

Volunteers receive an expense allowance of 200 euros annually.

Literal Translation

Honorary-volunteers receive an expense-reimbursement of 200 euros annually.

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