Tarif

tariff, plan, rate

noun ta-REEF Rare

Origin: from Arabic via French and Italian

Also means

wage scale

Usage Note

Tarif in the context of mobile or internet services means a pricing plan or rate. Einen neuen Tarif abschließen (sign up for a new plan) or Handytarif wechseln (switch mobile plan) are everyday phrases for German consumers.

Examples

"Ich möchte meinen Handytarif auf einen günstigeren wechseln."

Natural Translation

I'd like to switch my mobile plan to a cheaper one.

Literal Translation

I want my mobile plan to a cheaper one to switch.

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