nounnoun
der Gesellschafter, –
partner · shareholder
Definition & meaning
The term Gesellschafter has two primary meanings:
- Business/Legal: A partner or shareholder in a company. This person holds a share in the capital of a business entity (such as a GmbH or OHG) and usually has rights regarding the management or profit-sharing of the firm.
- Social: A companion. In a more traditional or formal sense, this refers to a person who accompanies someone else, often to provide social engagement, entertainment, or assistance.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: Masculine noun (der). The plural is the same as the singular (die Gesellschafter). For the feminine form, add -in (die Gesellschafterin).
- Origin: The word is derived from the German noun Gesellschaft (society, company, association), which itself comes from the root Geselle (companion, journeyman). The suffix -er denotes a person who belongs to or performs the action of the root noun. Literally, it refers to a member of a society or group.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- For the business meaning:
- For the social meaning:
Antonyms:
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Examples
Der ältere Gesellschafter hilft oft bei Projekten.noun
The older partner often helps with projects.
Die neuen Gesellschafter stimmten dem Vertrag zu.noun
The new shareholders agreed to the contract.
Kennst du die Aufgaben eines Gesellschafters?noun
Do you know the responsibilities of a shareholder?
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