kostenpflichtig
Translation
subject to a charge, paid, fee-based
Examples
Dieser Service ist leider kostenpflichtig.
Unfortunately, this service is subject to a charge.
Sie müssen den kostenpflichtigen Parkplatz benutzen.
You have to use the paid parking lot.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is subject to a charge Something is paid This service is subject to a charge.
a paid ((noun)) a paid something You have to use the paid parking lot.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gebührenpflichtig; Antonyms: kostenlos, gratis
Etymology
From 'Kosten' (costs) + 'Pflicht' (duty/obligation) + '-ig' (adjective suffix). Literally 'having the obligation of costs'.
Memory Tips
If you have a 'Pflicht' (duty) to pay 'Kosten' (costs), then the item is 'kostenpflichtig' (subject to a charge).