der Rundfunkbeitrag
Translation
broadcasting fee, TV and radio license fee
Examples
Jeder Haushalt muss den Rundfunkbeitrag zahlen.
Every household must pay the broadcasting fee.
Grammar Patterns
to pay the broadcasting fee to pay the broadcasting fee Every household must pay the broadcasting fee.
Similar Words
die Gebühr (fee), die Steuer (tax)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Rundfunk' (broadcasting) and 'Beitrag' (contribution, fee). Literally a 'contribution for broadcasting'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Rund' (around) + 'Funk' (radio/spark) = broadcasting + 'Beitrag' (contribution). A contribution for media that goes all around.