der Großhandel, –
wholesale · wholesale trade
Verkauf von Waren in großen Mengen an andere Firmen oder Händler, nicht direkt an private Kunden.
Definition & meaning
The term Großhandel refers to the wholesale industry or trade. It describes a business sector where goods are sold in large quantities, typically to retailers, commercial businesses, or industrial companies, rather than directly to the final end consumer.
The wholesale business acts as an intermediary between the producer or manufacturer and the retail sector or professional end-users. It involves purchasing goods in bulk and distributing them, often providing services like storage, logistics, and assortment formation.
Grammar & Word origin
Großhandel is a masculine noun (der Großhandel). It is a compound word consisting of two parts:
- Groß: Meaning "large" or "big."
- Handel: Meaning "trade," "commerce," or "business."
Together, they describe the trade on a large scale.
Synonyms & antonyms
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Antonyms:
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Examples
Der Großhandel verkauft viele Waren.noun
The wholesale sells many goods.
Im Großhandel wurden die Preise gestern deutlich erhöht.noun
In the wholesale trade, prices were increased significantly yesterday.
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