nounnoun
der Händler, –
kereskedő
Eine Person, die Waren kauft und verkauft, oft in einem Geschäft oder auf einem Markt.
The German word "Händler" is a noun meaning "trader" or "dealer".
- It is derived from the verb "handeln", which means "to trade" or "to deal".
- The suffix "-er" indicates a person performing the action.
Similar words:
- Kaufmann (merchant)
- Verkäufer (seller)
- Markthändler (market dealer)
Differences:
- Kaufmann often implies a professional merchant or businessman, sometimes with a formal training.
- Verkäufer usually refers specifically to someone who sells goods, especially in retail.
- Händler is broader, including both wholesale and retail traders and emphasizes the act of trading or dealing.
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Der Händler verkauft seine Waren auf dem Markt.noun
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