Gehalt
salary
Intermediate Noun Neuter
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Pronunciation
/ɡəˈhalt/
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Cultural Note
Discussing salary is considered taboo in German culture — far more so than in many English-speaking countries. The word Gehalt refers to a monthly salary (typically for white-collar workers), while Lohn is used for hourly wages (blue-collar workers).
📝 Example Sentences
Das Gehalt wird am Ende des Monats überwiesen.
The salary is transferred at the end of the month.
Über Gehalt spricht man in Deutschland nicht gern.
People don't like to talk about salary in Germany.