die Grundsteuer
Translation
property tax, land tax
Examples
Jeder Hausbesitzer muss Grundsteuer zahlen.
Every homeowner has to pay property tax.
Die Höhe der Grundsteuer ist von der Gemeinde abhängig.
The amount of property tax depends on the municipality.
Grammar Patterns
to pay property tax ((sth.)) You have to pay the property tax annually.
Similar Words
die Immobiliensteuer (real estate tax)
Etymology
From 'Grund' (ground, land) + 'Steuer' (tax). Literally 'land tax'.
Memory Tips
It's the 'Steuer' (tax) you pay for your 'Grund' (land/property).