Ermäßigte

Ermäßigte is the attributive form of the German adjective ermäßigt, meaning reduced or discounted. It is used to describe prices, tickets, or rates that are offered at a lower amount, typically for certain groups or during promotional periods. The base noun form is Ermäßigung, meaning discount or reduction.

Usage and declension

Ermäßigte describes nouns in various genders and numbers, depending on the article and case. With a definite article, it appears as der ermäßigte Preis, die ermäßigte Karte, das ermäßigte Ticket. In plural, die ermäßigten Preise, Karten oder Tickets are common. Without an article, strong declension can yield ermäßigte Preise or ermäßigte Karten. The word is commonly seen on signs, price lists, and in promotional materials to mark reduced rates.

Contexts and examples

Ermäßigte prices are widely used in cultural and public life, such as museums, theaters, and cinemas, as well as transport and events. Examples include: Studierende erhalten ermäßigte Eintrittspreise. Senioren können ermäßigte Tickets erwerben. Das ermäßigte Ticket ist bis Mitternacht gültig. In everyday language, phrases like ermäßigte Preise or ermäßigte Karten signalisieren a lower cost for eligible customers or for a limited time.

Related terms

The noun Ermäßigung denotes the discount itself, while the verb ermäßigen means to reduce or discount. In policy discussions, ermäßigte tariffs or rates are often discussed in terms of eligibility, verification requirements, and impact on access to services.