kostenpflichtig
Translation
subject to a charge, fee-based, chargeable
Examples
Der Parkplatz ist kostenpflichtig.
The car park is subject to a charge.
Dieser Dienst ist jetzt kostenpflichtig.
This service is now fee-based.
Grammar Patterns
sth. is subject to a charge The entrance is subject to a charge.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gebührenpflichtig; Antonyms: kostenlos, gratis, umsonst
Etymology
From 'Kosten' (costs) + 'Pflicht' (duty, obligation) + '-ig' (adjective suffix). Literally means 'having a duty of costs'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as having a 'duty' (Pflicht) to pay the 'costs' (Kosten).