die Lebenszykluskosten
Translation
life cycle cost, life cycle costs
Examples
Wir müssen die Lebenszykluskosten des Produkts berechnen.
We have to calculate the life cycle costs of the product.
Die Lebenszykluskosten umfassen Anschaffung, Betrieb und Entsorgung.
The life cycle costs include acquisition, operation, and disposal.
Grammar Patterns
the life cycle costs ((of sth.)) the life cycle costs of sth. The life cycle costs of electric cars are often lower.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gesamtkosten (total costs), Betriebskosten (operating costs).
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Leben' (life) + 'Zyklus' (cycle) + 'Kosten' (costs).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'life cycle' of a product, from its creation to its disposal, and all the 'costs' involved throughout.