tillæg

Tillæg is a Danish term that denotes a supplementary element added to something, most commonly a monetary payment on top of a base amount, but it can also refer to an addendum or extra charge added to a document, contract, or price list. The concept covers both financial supplements and non-financial additions.

In the employment context, tillæg refers to supplementary pay beyond the base salary. It is often defined by collective agreements, company policy, or individual contracts. Tillæg can be fixed or variable, and may depend on factors such as qualifications, experience, or the performance of special duties, including shift or night work. It is typically treated as taxable income and subject to the rules for wages and social contributions.

In other contexts, tillæg can denote an attachment or rider to a document or contract, an additional clause, or an extra charge on a price or invoice. The exact form and regulation of a tillæg depend on the relevant agreement, law, or policy, and it may be renegotiated over time.

Etymology: the word derives from til (to) and læg (lay, place), conveying the sense of adding something.