nettóban

Nettóban refers to a Hungarian term that translates to "net" or "after taxes" in English. It is commonly used in financial contexts to indicate a net amount, particularly in relation to income, wages, or other monetary figures after deductions such as taxes, social contributions, and other statutory levies. The term contrasts with *bruttó* (gross), which represents the total amount before any deductions.

In Hungary, the distinction between gross and net values is important for both employers and employees. For instance, when discussing salaries, a gross salary (*bruttó fizetés*) includes all components before tax and social security deductions, while the net salary (*nettó fizetés*) is the amount an employee actually receives after these deductions. Similarly, net prices (*nettó ár*) are used in retail to indicate the cost of a product before value-added tax (VAT) is added, though this usage is less common than in financial contexts.

The term is also applied in other areas, such as accounting, where net income or profit refers to earnings after all expenses, taxes, and other costs have been subtracted. In everyday language, *nettóban* may be used colloquially to describe a situation where something is considered after accounting for all relevant costs or deductions. The term reflects Hungary’s legal and financial framework, where transparency in financial transactions is emphasized.