Kosten
Example: Die neuen Schuhe kosten mehr als die alten.
Definition
"Kosten" is a verb meaning to have a price or to require payment, commonly used when referring to the amount of money needed to purchase goods or services, as in the phrase 'Die neuen Schuhe kosten mehr als die alten' (The new shoes cost more than the old ones).
Etymology
The German verb "kosten" originates from the Old High German word 'kostōn,' meaning 'to try, taste, or experience.' Over time, its meaning shifted to refer to the value or price of something, reflecting the idea of 'testing' or 'sampling' before purchase. Did you know? The English word 'cost' shares the same Germanic roots as "kosten."
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"Kosten" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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