Kosten Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Kosten" is mainly used as noun meaning "cost", "price" or "expense". It is also used as verb.

Essential properties of "Kosten"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Noun

  • Gender: feminine
  • Singular: die Kosten
  • Plural: die [n/a]

Properties as Verb

  • Infinitive: kosten
  • Simple past: kostete
  • Participle: gekostet

See full conjugation of kosten

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "Kosten" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "The price or value"

"Kosten", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Kosten für das Projekt sind sehr hoch.The costs for the project are very high.
  2. Wir müssen die Kosten senken.We need to reduce the costs.
  3. Die Kosten für die Reise sind im Preis inbegriffen.The costs for the trip are included in the price.

2.) "To have a price or require expenditure"

"Kosten", when used with this meaning, acts as verb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wie viel wird das neue Auto kosten?How much will the new car cost?
  2. Die Reparatur könnte mehr kosten als erwartet.The repair could cost more than expected.
  3. Dieses Buch kostet nur zehn Euro.This book costs only ten euros.

3.) "Necessary expenses or disbursements"

"Kosten", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Kosten für die Renovierung sind gestiegen.The costs for the renovation have increased.
  2. Wir müssen die Kosten senken.We need to reduce the costs.
  3. Die Kosten werden von der Versicherung übernommen.The costs are covered by the insurance.
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