1.
additional charge; extra fee; surcharge
A fee charged on top of the base price for extra services, options, or upgrades. Commonly encountered in travel, dining, and service industries.
追加料金はかかりますか。
Is there an additional charge?
大盛りにすると追加料金が百円かかる。
Getting a large portion costs an extra 100 yen.
座席の指定には追加料金が必要ですので、ご了承ください。
Please note that seat reservation requires an additional fee.
A straightforward compound of 追加 (addition) + 料金 (fee/charge). Very commonly used in everyday situations such as restaurants, hotels, transportation, and subscriptions.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 追加料金がかかる: an extra charge applies
- 追加料金なしで: at no extra charge
- 追加料金が発生する: an additional fee is incurred
- 追加料金を支払う: to pay an additional fee
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 割増料金: surcharge — specifically a percentage-based markup
- 手数料: handling fee — for processing or service
- 延長料金: extension fee — for going over time