nounnoun
der Makler, –
broker
Eine Person, die Käufer und Verkäufer zusammenbringt und beim Abschluss von Geschäften hilft, zum Beispiel beim Kauf oder Verkauf von Häusern oder Versicherungen.
The German word "Makler" is a noun meaning "broker" or "agent".
- It is derived from the old Middle High German "makelære," related to "makeln," meaning to negotiate or mediate.
- A "Makler" is someone who acts as an intermediary in transactions, especially in real estate (Immobilienmakler) or insurance (Versicherungsmakler).
Similar words:
- Agent (agent)
- Vermittler (mediator, intermediary)
- Handelspartner (trading partner)
Differences:
- "Makler" typically emphasizes a professional intermediary who facilitates deals, often licensed.
- "Agent" can be broader, including representatives or people acting on behalf of others without necessarily brokering sales.
- "Vermittler" is more general, referring to anyone mediating between parties, not necessarily in a commercial context.
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Examples
Viele Makler arbeiten in dieser Stadt sehr erfolgreich.noun
Many brokers work very successfully in this city.
Wir vertrauten dem erfahrenen Makler.noun
We trusted the experienced broker.
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