Meaning of the word "sales tax" in English

What does "sales tax" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sales tax

US /ˈseɪlz tæks/
UK /ˈseɪlz tæks/

Noun

a tax on the sale of goods and services, usually paid by the consumer

Example:
The price of the new car includes sales tax.
You'll need to add sales tax to the total amount.