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German Phrase

Gibt's monatliche Gebühren?

/ɡɪpt͡s ˈmoːntaːtlɪçə ɡəˈbyːʁən/
Meaning"Are there monthly fees?"
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Meaning

This question asks whether a service, product, or contract includes recurring monthly fees. It is a direct, concise way to clarify cost structures before committing.

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When to use

Use it when you are comparing subscription plans, negotiating a contract, or simply want to know if a price includes a monthly charge. It works well in both casual conversation and semi‑formal business settings, though the full form "Gibt es…" is preferred in very formal contexts.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Gibt'smonatlicheGebühren?

1

Gibt's = Gibt es

The contraction "Gibt's" combines the verb "gibt" (3rd person singular of geben) with the dummy subject "es"; it is informal and common in spoken German.

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Attributive adjective ending

In the plural without an article, the adjective takes the weak ending "-e" (or "-en" in older spelling). "monatliche" modifies the plural noun "Gebühren".

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Plural noun "Gebühren"

"Gebühr" means fee; its plural is "Gebühren". The noun is feminine, but the article is omitted in this question.

🗨In Conversation

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Gibt's monatliche Gebühren?

Are there any monthly fees?

Ja, 9,99 € pro Monat.

Yes, €9.99 per month.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Gibt monatliche Gebühren?

    The dummy subject "es" is required; without it the sentence sounds ungrammatical.

  • Gibt's monatliche Gebühr?

    If you mean more than one fee, use the plural "Gebühren"; singular would change the meaning.

  • Gibt es monatlich Gebühren?

    "Monatlich" is an adverb; you need the adjective "monatliche" to modify the noun.

↔Alternatives

  • Entstehen monatliche Kosten?

    Do monthly costs arise?

  • Fallen monatliche Gebühren an?

    Are monthly fees incurred?

  • Muss ich monatlich zahlen?

    Do I have to pay monthly?

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Cultural Tip

In German business communication, asking about fees early shows transparency and saves time. "Gibt's" is perfectly natural in spoken German and informal emails, but in formal letters or contracts you should use the full form "Gibt es monatliche Gebühren?". Also, note that "Gebühren" can refer to service fees, bank fees, or administrative charges, so be specific if you need clarification.