die Buchhaltung, -en
accounting
The German word "Buchhaltung" is a noun that means "accounting" or "bookkeeping". It is composed of "Buch" (book) and "Haltung" (keeping or maintenance), indicating the practice of keeping financial records.
Words with similar meanings include "Rechnungswesen" (financial accounting) and "Finanzbuchhaltung" (financial bookkeeping).
The difference between these terms lies in their specific focuses; "Buchhaltung" generally encompasses all aspects of bookkeeping, while "Rechnungswesen" is often broader, including analysis and management of finances beyond simply recording transactions.
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Examples
Er arbeitet in der Buchhaltung.noun
He works in accounting.
Gestern habe ich die gesamte Buchhaltung fertiggestellt.noun
Yesterday I finished the entire accounting.
Die Buchhaltung prüft alle Rechnungen sorgfältig.noun
The accounting department carefully checks all invoices.
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