der Hersteller, –
manufacturer
Eine Firma oder Person, die Dinge produziert oder herstellt, zum Beispiel Autos, Kleidung oder Lebensmittel.
The German word "Hersteller" is a noun meaning "manufacturer" or "producer".
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It is made from "herstellen":
- "stellen" means "to place" or "to put"
- Together, "herstellen" means "to produce" or "to manufacture"
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"Hersteller" thus refers to someone or a company that produces or manufactures goods.
Similar words:
- Produzent (producer)
- Fabrikant (manufacturer, often factory owner)
- Erzeuger (producer, sometimes used in agriculture or energy sectors)
Differences:
- Hersteller is the general term for a manufacturer of products.
- Produzent may often refer to producers in media or agriculture.
- Fabrikant implies someone owning a factory, somewhat more formal or old-fashioned.
- Erzeuger focuses more on the origin or raw production side.
In most industrial or commercial contexts, Hersteller is the standard term for "manufacturer."
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Examples
Das Unternehmen ist ein bekannter Hersteller von Elektronikgeräten.noun
The company is a well‑known manufacturer of electronic devices.
Viele Hersteller bieten ähnliche Produkte an.noun
Many manufacturers offer similar products.
Der Hersteller produziert unterschiedliche Elektronikgeräte.noun
The manufacturer produces various electronic devices.
Hersteller dieser Produkte achten auf Qualität.noun
Manufacturers of these products pay attention to quality.
Ein Hersteller von Spielzeug erweitert sein Sortiment.noun
A manufacturer of toys is expanding his range.
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