der Strafzoll
Translation
punitive tariff, retaliatory tariff, penalty duty
Examples
Die Regierung hat Strafzölle auf Importwaren erhoben.
The government has imposed punitive tariffs on imported goods.
Die neuen Strafzölle könnten einen Handelskrieg auslösen.
The new punitive tariffs could trigger a trade war.
Grammar Patterns
to impose/levy ((sth.acc)) on sth. The government imposes punitive tariffs on cars.
Similar Words
Sanktion (sanction), Schutzzoll (protective tariff), Einfuhrzoll (import duty)
Etymology
Composed of Strafe (punishment) and Zoll (tariff/duty). Literally a 'punishment tariff'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'tariff' (Zoll) used as a 'punishment' (Strafe) in a trade dispute.