Trinkgeld

Example:In some regions, tip deduction is the standard practice where the service charge is automatically included in the bill, unlike the voluntary nature of trinkgeld.

Definition:A reduction or subtraction of money from a service worker's earnings, often mandated by law, which contrasts with the practice of giving trinkgeld as a voluntary additional payment.

Example:The employee receives a consistent wage, with any additional trinkgeld being a discretionary gratuity.

Definition:A fixed amount of money paid to an employee for their work, as opposed to extra money given as trinkgeld.