C1
levy vs tariff
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| levynoun/ˈlev.i/ | Meaning an amount of money, such as a tax, that people or companies must pay | Goes with impose a levy | Example The government introduced a new levy on sugary drinks. |
| tariffnoun/ˈter.ɪf/ | Meaning a tax that a government puts on goods coming into or leaving a country | Goes with tariffs on | Example The US raised tariffs on steel and aluminum from several countries. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Retaliatory hurt exporters on both sides.