An alternative spelling of 'inklusive' (including), which means that something is included or counted in. It is often used in commercial contexts.
example
Der Preis versteht sich inclusive der gesetzlichen Mehrwertsteuer.
The price is understood to be including the statutory VAT.
Usage tips
False friend
Although it looks like the English word 'inclusive', its use in German is usually limited to commercial contexts (e.g., prices). The broader social meaning of the English word (e.g., 'inclusive society') does not apply to the German word.
EXAMPLE
Alle Preise sind inclusive Anreise und Unterkunft.
All prices include travel and accommodation.
Grammar and case
'Inclusive' (including) functions like a preposition. Grammatically, it is correctly followed by the genitive. In everyday language, especially in advertising, the dative is very often used instead.
EXAMPLE
Der Betrag von 500 Euro inclusive aller Gebühren ist sofort fällig.
The amount of 500 euros including all fees is due immediately.
Register and style
This spelling with 'c' is considered somewhat outdated or very formal. It is often used in official price lists, contracts, or in finance.
EXAMPLE
Die Rechnung beläuft sich auf 1.200 € inclusive Spesen.
The invoice amounts to €1,200 including expenses.
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inclusive vs inklusive
inclusive / including
'inklusive' and 'inclusive' can both mean that something is included in a price or in a whole. In normal German, you usually write 'inklusive' with a k. 'inclusive' is an alternative spelling and is more likely to appear in commercial texts, offers, or invoices. Learners can easily confuse the words because they look almost the same and work the same way in this meaning. The important point is: for everyday texts, 'inklusive' is more natural.
inclusive
Auf der Rechnung steht: 49 Euro inclusive Versand.
The invoice says: 49 euros including shipping.
inklusive
Das Hotelzimmer kostet 120 Euro inklusive Frühstück.
The hotel room costs 120 euros including breakfast.