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electricity price
The price that must be paid for a certain amount of electrical energy, usually per kilowatt-hour.
Aufgrund der gestiegenen Beschaffungskosten erhöht unser Anbieter den Strompreis.
Due to increased procurement costs, our provider is raising the electricity price.
The word is clearly composed of 'der Strom' (electricity) and 'der Preis' (price). So it literally refers to the price you pay for electrical power.
Der Strompreis wird pro Kilowattstunde berechnet.
The electricity price is calculated per kilowatt-hour.
In connection with 'Strompreis' (electricity price), verbs that express a change are often used. Typical examples are: 'der Strompreis steigt/sinkt' (the electricity price rises/falls) or 'den Strompreis erhöhen/senken' (to raise/lower the electricity price).
Die Regierung plant Maßnahmen, um die Strompreise zu senken.
The government is planning measures to lower electricity prices.
This word is mainly found in news reports, political discussions, and on bills from energy providers. It is a central term in the areas of economics and household expenses.
In den Nachrichten wurde über die Entwicklung der Strompreise berichtet.
The news reported on the development of electricity prices.
electricity costs
Stromkosten are the total amount of money you pay for your own electricity consumption. Strompreis, by contrast, refers to the price for a specific quantity, usually one kilowatt-hour. When referring to the price per unit, use Strompreis; when referring to the amount on the bill, use Stromkosten.
Der Strompreis pro Kilowattstunde ist in diesem Jahr erneut gestiegen.
The electricity price per kilowatt-hour rose again this year.
Unsere Stromkosten sind im Winter wegen des höheren Verbrauchs deutlich gestiegen.
Our electricity costs rose significantly in winter because of the higher consumption.
