das Bußgeld
Translation
fine, ticket
Examples
Das Bußgeld für Falschparken ist hoch.
The fine for illegal parking is high.
Er muss mit hohen Bußgeldern rechnen.
He has to expect high fines.
Grammar Patterns
to pay a fine He has to pay a fine.
to get a fine/ticket She got a ticket.
Similar Words
die Geldstrafe (monetary fine), die Strafe (punishment)
Etymology
A compound of 'Buße' (penance, fine) and 'Geld' (money). Literally 'penance money'.
Memory Tips
Break it down into its parts: 'Buße' (fine) + 'Geld' (money). It's the money you pay as a fine.