der Steuertopf
Translation
tax revenue, tax coffers, public purse
Examples
Der Steuertopf ist gut gefüllt.
The tax coffers are well-filled.
Alle Bürger zahlen in den Steuertopf ein.
All citizens pay into the tax pot.
Grammar Patterns
der Steuertopf ((as subject/object)) the tax coffers, public purse The tax pot finances public spending.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Staatskasse, öffentliche Kasse, Fiskus
Etymology
Composed of 'Steuer' (tax) and 'Topf' (pot). It metaphorically refers to a pot where all tax money is collected.
Memory Tips
Imagine a giant 'pot' (Topf) into which all the 'tax' (Steuer) money is gathered.