das Arbeitsentgelt
Translation
remuneration, pay, wages, salary
Examples
Das Arbeitsentgelt wird monatlich gezahlt.
The remuneration is paid monthly.
Die Höhe des Arbeitsentgelts ist im Vertrag geregelt.
The amount of pay is regulated in the contract.
Grammar Patterns
to receive ((sth.)) One receives remuneration for one's performance.
Similar Words
Gehalt, Lohn, Vergütung (remuneration)
Etymology
A compound of 'Arbeit' (work) and 'Entgelt' (remuneration, fee). It means 'payment for work'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Entgelt' as what you get 'in return' (ent-) for your work, related to 'Geld' (money).