Fahrpreiserhöhung

fare increase

noun FAHR-prys-er-höh-oong Rare

Usage Note

Fahrpreiserhöhung describes an official rise in transport fares, typically announced by transit authorities (Verkehrsverbund). A topic of public debate each year in German cities.

Examples

"Die geplante Fahrpreiserhöhung stieß auf Kritik."

Natural Translation

The planned fare increase met with criticism.

Literal Translation

The planned fare increase met with criticism.

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