kostenpflichtig
Translation
chargeable, fee-based, subject to a charge, paid
Examples
Dieser Parkplatz ist kostenpflichtig.
This car park is subject to a charge.
Der Zugang zum Premium-Bereich ist kostenpflichtig.
Access to the premium area is fee-based.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is chargeable. Something is subject to a charge. The service is chargeable.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gebührenpflichtig (subject to fees); Antonyms: kostenlos (free of charge), gratis (free)
Etymology
Composed of 'Kosten' (costs) and 'Pflicht' (duty/obligation). It literally means there is a duty to pay costs.
Memory Tips
Think of 'costs' + 'plight' (a difficult situation). If something is 'kostenpflichtig', you're in a plight because you have to pay the costs.