der Einzelhandel, –
retail
Verkauf von Waren direkt an Kundinnen und Kunden, meist in kleinen Mengen.
The German word "Einzelhandel" is a compound noun made of:
- Einzel: meaning "individual" or "single"
- Handel: meaning "trade" or "commerce"
Meaning:
"Einzelhandel" refers to retail trade, i.e., the sale of goods directly to individual consumers.
Similar words:
- Großhandel (wholesale trade)
- Fachhandel (specialty trade)
- Ladenhandel (store trade)
Difference:
While "Einzelhandel" targets the final consumer buying in small quantities, "Großhandel" focuses on selling large quantities, usually to retailers or businesses rather than consumers. "Fachhandel" emphasizes specialized products or stores within retail.
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Examples
Der Einzelhandel spielt eine wichtige Rolle in der Wirtschaft.noun
Retail plays an important role in the economy.
Im Einzelhandel arbeiten viele Menschen.noun
Many people work in retail.
Im Einzelhandel wurden letztes Jahr trotz schwieriger Zeiten mehr nachhaltige Produkte verkauft.noun
In retail, more sustainable products were sold last year despite difficult times.
Wie reagiert der Einzelhandel auf die neuen Einkaufsgewohnheiten der Verbraucher?noun
How is retail responding to consumers' new shopping habits?
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