Gehaltsabzug

salary deduction

noun geh-HALTS-ap-tsook Rare

Usage Note

Gehaltsabzug is an amount subtracted from gross pay — taxes, social insurance contributions, or a penalty deduction ordered by an employer. A pay slip (Gehaltszettel) itemises all Gehaltsabzüge.

Examples

"Nach allen Gehaltsabzügen bleiben ihm 1.900 Euro netto."

Natural Translation

After all salary deductions he is left with 1,900 euros net.

Literal Translation

After all salary-deductions remain him 1,900 euros net.

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