adjectiveadverb

billig

cheap

Etwas kostet wenig Geld und ist leicht zu bezahlen.

The German word "billig" is an adjective that means "cheap" or "inexpensive". It is used to describe something that costs little money or is affordable. Similar words in German include "günstig" (affordable or favorable), "preiswert" (worth the price), and "kostengünstig" (cost-effective).

Similar Words:

  • Günstig: This implies that something is not only inexpensive but also a good deal or advantageous in terms of quality or conditions.
  • Preiswert: This word hints that the item or service is worth its price, suggesting a good balance between quality and cost.
  • Kostengünstig: This is often used in contexts related to budgeting, indicating that something has a favorable cost-effectiveness.

Differences:

  • Billig usually emphasizes the low price, often with a neutral or negative connotation regarding quality.
  • Günstig suggests a balance between cost and advantage, often with a positive connotation.
  • Preiswert explicitly states that the quality is appropriate for the price paid, generally positive.
  • Kostengünstig focuses on cost-efficiency, particularly in practical or higher-budget contexts.

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Examples

Das Kleid ist billig.adjective

The dress is cheap.

Das ist wirklich billig.adjective

That is really cheap.

Diese Schuhe sind billig.adjective

These shoes are cheap.

Diese Schuhe waren wirklich billig.adjective

These shoes were really cheap.

Das Auto war sehr billig.adjective

The car was very cheap.

Das Essen ist hier billig.adjective

The food here is cheap.

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