Usage Note
Mindestlohn is the statutory minimum hourly wage in Germany, introduced in 2015. It is adjusted periodically by the Mindestlohnkommission. Sector-specific Tariflöhne often exceed it.
Examples
"Der gesetzliche Mindestlohn wurde ab dem neuen Jahr angehoben."
Natural Translation
The statutory minimum wage was increased from the new year.
Literal Translation
The statutory minimum-wage was from the new year raised.
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