noun
die Bestellung, -en
order
Eine Anfrage nach Waren oder Dienstleistungen, die man kaufen und zugeschickt bekommen möchte.
The German word "Bestellung" is a noun meaning "order" or "reservation". It is derived from the verb "bestellen", which means "to order" or "to arrange".
- Bestellen = to order/request (e.g., goods, services)
- -ung = a suffix that forms nouns indicating the result or action
Similar words:
- Auftrag (commission, order)
- Reservierung (reservation)
- Anfrage (inquiry, request)
Differences:
- Bestellung usually refers to placing an order (e.g., in a restaurant or online shopping).
- Auftrag often implies a formal or contractual order or assignment.
- Reservierung specifically relates to reserving (e.g., a table or a hotel room).
- Anfrage is a request for information or a proposal, not a confirmed order.
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Examples
Die Bestellung kommt morgen an.noun
The order arrives tomorrow.
Seine Bestellung wurde gerade aufgegeben.noun
His order was just placed.
Ihre Bestellung wird gerade bearbeitet.noun
Your order is currently being processed.
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