Das Trinkgeld
Example: Wir geben dem Kellner immer ein kleines Trinkgeld.
Definition
"Das Trinkgeld" is a small amount of money given voluntarily to service staff, such as waiters, as a token of appreciation for good service. It is customary in restaurants and other hospitality settings to offer a "Trinkgeld" as a gesture of gratitude.
Etymology
The word "Trinkgeld" comes from the German words "trinken" (to drink) and "Geld" (money). Originally, it referred to money given to servants or workers to buy a drink or refreshment. Over time, the meaning expanded to encompass any small gratuity given for services.
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"Das Trinkgeld" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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