die Gebühr
Translation
fees, charges, dues
Examples
Für diesen Service fallen Gebühren an.
Fees apply for this service.
Die Bankgebühren sind sehr hoch.
The bank charges are very high.
Grammar Patterns
to charge fees ((for sth.)) Die Bank erhebt Gebühren für die Kontoführung.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kosten (costs), Abgaben (levies), Beiträge (contributions)
Etymology
From Middle High German 'gebürn' (to be due, to happen). It signifies something that is owed.
Memory Tips
Think of what is 'due' or 'proper' to pay for a service. It sounds a bit like 'give here' for a fee.