taxation
/tækˈseɪʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic GovernmentWord #6836 in the learning path
征税；税制
Definitions
n. The system or process of collecting money through taxes.
征税；税制
Example
Taxation helps pay for our local schools and roads.
税收为我们当地的学校和道路提供资金。
Progressive taxation can reduce income inequality by requiring wealthier citizens to contribute a larger proportion of their earnings.
累进税制要求较富裕的公民缴纳更高比例的收入，有助于缩小收入差距。
Collocations
- progressive taxation
- direct taxation
- double taxation
- taxation policy
Word family
- tax (n.)
- tax (v.)
- taxable (adj.)
- taxpayer (n.)
Usage tip
taxation通常不可数，侧重征税制度或过程。
FAQ
- What does taxation mean?
- The system or process of collecting money through taxes.
- How is taxation pronounced?
- UK /tækˈseɪʃən/, US /tækˈseɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
