die Nebenkosten
Translation
utilities, additional costs, service charges, incidental expenses
Examples
Die Nebenkosten sind in der Miete nicht enthalten.
Utilities are not included in the rent.
Wie hoch sind die monatlichen Nebenkosten?
How high are the monthly utility costs?
Grammar Patterns
to pay the utilities (die Nebenkosten bezahlen) We have to pay the utilities every month.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Betriebskosten, die Umlagen; Antonyms: die Kaltmiete (base rent), die Grundmiete (basic rent)
Etymology
From 'neben' (additional/ancillary) + 'Kosten' (costs). Literally 'side costs' or 'additional costs'.
Memory Tips
These are the 'costs' that come 'neben' (alongside) the main rent, like heating, water, and building maintenance. The US equivalent is 'utilities'.