Das Einkommen
Example: Das Einkommen reicht nicht aus, um alle Rechnungen zu bezahlen.
Definition
"Das Einkommen" refers to the total amount of money received by an individual or household, usually from work, investments, or other sources, within a specific period. It is the financial resource that enables a person to cover expenses and maintain their standard of living.
Etymology
The word "das Einkommen" comes from the German verb 'einkommen,' which means 'to come in' or 'to arrive.' It originally referred to the incoming money or revenue one receives. Did you know? The component 'Einkommen' combines 'ein' (in) and 'kommen' (come), literally meaning 'that which comes in.'
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"Das Einkommen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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