der Handel, -
trade
Es ist das Kaufen und Verkaufen von Waren oder Dienstleistungen zwischen Menschen oder Firmen.
The German word "Handel" is a noun that means "trade" or "commerce." It can refer to the act of buying and selling goods and services, as well as the overall economic exchange between parties. The root word "hand" means "hand," and in this context relates to the idea of dealing or handling items.
Similar words in German include "Geschäfte" (business), "Handelsgeschäft" (trade business), and "Kommerz" (commerce).
The difference is that "Handel" is more focused on the act of trade itself, while terms like "Geschäfte" often encompass broader business activities that may include trade but also other commercial interactions, and "Kommerz" usually refers more generally to commercialized activities or business practices.
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Examples
Wir fördern den Handel zwischen den Ländern.noun
We promote trade between the countries.
Handel zwischen den Ländern ist wichtig für die Wirtschaft.noun
Trade between countries is important for the economy.
Der Handel floriert in dieser Stadt.noun
Trade is flourishing in this city.
Der Handel floriert diese Saison besonders gut.noun
The trade is flourishing particularly well this season.
Der Handel in der Stadt blüht.noun
The trade in the city is flourishing.
In der Geschichte hatte der regionale Handel eine große Bedeutung.noun
In history, regional trade had great importance.
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