der Entlastungsbetrag
Translation
relief amount, tax credit, allowance, deduction
Examples
Der Entlastungsbetrag für Alleinerziehende wurde erhöht.
The relief amount for single parents has been increased.
Grammar Patterns
((the relief amount)) ((for sb.)) the relief amount for sb. The relief amount for pensioners is low.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Freibetrag (allowance), Abzug (deduction); Antonyms: Belastung (burden)
Etymology
Composed of 'Entlastung' (relief, unburdening) and 'Betrag' (amount). Literally an 'unburdening amount'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Ent-last-ung' as 'de-loading' or removing a burden ('Last'). A 'Betrag' is an amount. So, it's an amount that removes a financial burden.