erwirtschaften
earn · generate
Etwas durch Arbeit oder eine Tätigkeit als Gewinn bekommen.
The German word "erwirtschaften" is a verb that means "to earn" or "to generate" in the context of economic or financial gain. It comes from the prefix "er" which often implies a successfully completed action, and "wirtschaften," which means "to manage economically" or "to operate". "Erwirtschaften" can also refer to achieving a profit or surplus from business activities. Similar words in German might include "verdienen" (to earn money), "erzielen" (to achieve, in a financial context), and "generieren" (to generate).
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Examples
Sie erwirtschaften dieses Jahr einen guten Gewinn.verb
They are earning a good profit this year.
Die Firma hat einen beachtlichen Gewinn erwirtschaftet.verb
The company has generated a considerable profit.
Sie hat im letzten Quartal viel erwirtschaftet.verb
She has generated a lot in the last quarter.
Das kleine Hotel erwirtschaftete trotz Regen genug Geld.verb
The small hotel earned enough money despite the rain.
Durch den Verkauf erwirtschaftete der Verein Geld.verb
Through sales, the association generated money.
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