noun
der Betrieb, -e
vállalkozás · üzem
Ein Ort oder eine Organisation, an dem Menschen zusammenarbeiten, um Waren herzustellen oder Dienstleistungen anzubieten.
The German word "Betrieb" is a masculine noun meaning "operation," "business," "workplace," or "company." It is derived from the verb "treiben" (to drive, to propel), indicating something that is "driven" or "put into operation."
Similar words:
- Firma (company)
- Unternehmen (enterprise)
- Geschäft (business/shop)
- Werk (plant/factory)
Differences:
- Betrieb emphasizes the ongoing activity or functioning aspect, often referring to a workplace or operational status.
- Firma and Unternehmen more broadly refer to a business entity or company, not necessarily focusing on the active process.
- Werk specifically refers to a factory or production site.
- Geschäft often means a shop or commercial deal.
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Examples
Mein Betrieb läuft gut.noun
A vállalkozásom jól megy.
Ich besuche morgen einen Betrieb.noun
Holnap meglátogatok egy üzemet.
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