der Mindestlohn
Translation
minimum wage
Examples
Der gesetzliche Mindestlohn wurde erhöht.
The legal minimum wage was increased.
Viele fordern einen höheren Mindestlohn.
Many are demanding a higher minimum wage.
Grammar Patterns
the minimum wage of sth. ((von et3)) Der Mindestlohn von 12 Euro pro Stunde gilt ab heute.
Similar Words
Synonyms: untere Lohngrenze (lower wage limit); Antonyms: Höchstlohn (maximum wage)
Etymology
Composed of 'mindest-' (minimum, least) and 'Lohn' (wage, pay).
Memory Tips
'Lohn' sounds a bit like 'loan'. Think of the minimum wage as the smallest 'loan' a company gives you for your work each month.