die Mahnung, -en
reminder · payment reminder · warning
Eine Nachricht, die daran erinnert, dass etwas noch erledigt oder bezahlt werden muss.
The German word "Mahnung" is a noun that means "reminder" or "payment reminder". It derives from the verb "mahnen," which means "to remind" or "to urge." "Mahnung" is often used in the context of late payments, where a debtor is formally reminded to settle their financial obligation.
Similar words in German include "Erinnerung" (reminder), which can refer to any type of reminder, and "Aufmunterung" (encouragement).
The difference lies mainly in context: "Mahnung" specifically relates to reminders regarding payment obligations or deadlines, while "Erinnerung" is more general and can pertain to any kind of reminder, not just financial matters.
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Examples
Die Mahnung kam heute per Post.noun
The reminder came in the mail today.
Eine Mahnung wurde verschickt.noun
A reminder was sent.
Er schickt die Mahnung per Post.noun
He sends the payment reminder by mail.
Er erhielt eine Mahnung.noun
He received a warning.
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