German Word · Advanced
Haushaltsdefizit
budget deficit
Pronunciation: HOWS-halts-deh-fee-TSEET
Meaning
The amount by which government spending exceeds government income during a period.
Example
Höhere Ausgaben vergrößerten das Haushaltsdefizit.
Higher spending increased the budget deficit.
Practice tips
- Practice Haushaltsdefizit out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for advanced-level learners.