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reduction
The decrease or reduction of something, for example a price, a value, a penalty, or an impairment. The term is often used in formal or legal contexts.
Wegen der Lärmbelästigung durch die Baustelle forderte der Mieter eine Minderung der Miete.
Because of the noise disturbance from the construction site, the tenant demanded a reduction in rent.
'Die Minderung' (reduction) is a noun derived from the verb 'mindern' (to reduce, to decrease). The ending '-ung' turns the verb into a feminine noun that describes the process or result of the action.
Der Lärm hat sich gemindert, seit die Bauarbeiten vorbei sind.
The noise has decreased since the construction work ended.
This word belongs to formal language and is especially common in legal or business contexts, for example in tenancy law or contracts.
Im Vertrag ist eine Klausel zur Minderung des Kaufpreises bei Mängeln enthalten.
The contract contains a clause on the reduction of the purchase price in the event of defects.
'Minderung' (reduction) is often used with the genitive to say what is being reduced, e.g. 'Minderung der Miete' (reduction in rent). You can also say 'eine Minderung fordern' (to demand a reduction), 'verlangen' (to request/demand), or 'beantragen' (to apply for).
Er hat wegen des Wasserschadens eine Minderung der Miete beantragt.
Because of the water damage, he applied for a reduction in rent.
reduction / lowering
Both words refer to a reduction, for example in a price. Senkung usually suggests a deliberate change to a specific amount, while Minderung can also express a formal reduction due to a disadvantage or defect. For a general price change, Senkung is usually the better choice; for this kind of reduction, use Minderung.
Wegen des Mangels verlangte die Kundin eine Minderung des Preises.
Because of the defect, the customer requested a reduction in the price.
Die Senkung des Eintrittspreises gilt ab nächster Woche für alle Besucher.
The reduction in the admission price will apply to all visitors starting next week.
