This is the 9474th most frequent German word.
millionenstrafe
A "millionenstrafe" is a fine or penalty amounting to millions (of currency units).
Used to describe a significant monetary penalty imposed on organizations.
Die Unternehmen mussten wegen Kartellbildung eine Millionenstrafe zahlen.
The companies had to pay a million fine due to cartel formation.
Used to indicate a punishment designed to discourage certain actions.
Die Millionenstrafe für Umweltverstöße soll abschreckende Wirkung haben.
The million-dollar fine for environmental violations is intended to have a deterrent effect.
Used to highlight the role of regulations in reducing monetary penalties.