verb

gebühren

fees · be due

Geld, das man für eine Leistung oder einen Dienst bezahlen muss.

The German word "Gebühren" is a noun in its plural form, and it means "fees" or "charges". The singular form is "Gebühr". This word is derived from the verb "gebühren", which means "to be due" or "to be appropriate". "Gebühren" are often used to describe the amounts one has to pay for a service, toll, or function.

Words with similar meanings include "Kosten" (costs), "Entgelte" (payments), and "Abgaben" (levies).

The differences among these terms are:

"Kosten" is a broader term that refers to any costs or expenses incurred.
"Entgelte" often refers to payments for specific services or work.
"Abgaben" usually refer to mandatory payments such as taxes or levies imposed by an authority.

While "Gebühren" specifically refers to fees for particular services or administrative procedures, the other terms can have broader applications.