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Umsatzsteuer means:
Substantiv
partial
noun
This German tax is roughly analogous to the US tax concept also aimed at consumption. However, we would recommend steeriing clear of using this phrase as a translation of Umsatzsteuer, even if you are communicating with Americans.
a tax that must be paid on certain goods and services when bought
The Hong Kong government dropped plans to introduce a new sales tax in the face of public opposition.