Taxes & Finances A2

Read payroll: gross, net, deductions

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lohnabrechnung gehalt abgaben

What is that?

The payslip shows how the gross wage becomes the net amount after taxes and social security contributions.

Where do I do that?

Questions to employers, payroll offices or official information sites about taxes.

Required documents

  • Identify gross pay
  • Check tax and social deductions
  • Compare net payout
  • Report deviations promptly

Typical costs

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Note: Costs may vary by state or city.

Progress

  1. 1 Understand the most important items on your payslip.

Important German words & sentences

der Bruttolohn - Gehalt vor Abzügen
Der Nettolohn - Auszahlungsbetrag
Die Sozialabgaben - Beiträge zur Sozialversicherung
Warum ist mein Netto diesen Monat niedriger?
Wo sehe ich meine Sozialabgaben?

Common mistakes

  • • One-off special payments are confused with regular monthly wages.

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