die Kostenangabe
Translation
cost estimate, quotation, statement of costs
Examples
Bitte geben Sie eine genaue Kostenangabe.
Please provide an exact cost estimate.
Die Kostenangabe im Vertrag ist verbindlich.
The statement of costs in the contract is binding.
Grammar Patterns
((eine Kostenangabe)) ((machen/geben)) to make/give a cost estimate We have to give the customer a cost estimate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kostenvoranschlag, quotation, estimate; Antonyms: Endabrechnung (final bill)
Etymology
Composed of 'Kosten' (costs) and 'Angabe' (statement, indication). Literally means 'cost statement'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'giving' (from 'angeben') information about the 'costs' (Kosten).