der Lebensmittelhandel
Translation
food trade, grocery trade
Examples
Der Lebensmittelhandel ist ein wichtiger Wirtschaftszweig.
The food trade is an important economic sector.
Grammar Patterns
to work in the Lebensmittelhandel (food trade) He has been working in the food trade for ten years.
Similar Words
Lebensmittelbranche, Nahrungsmittelgewerbe
Etymology
Composed of 'Lebensmittel' (food/groceries) and 'Handel' (trade/commerce).
Memory Tips
Simply the 'Handel' (trade) of 'Lebensmittel' (food). It's a general term for the grocery business.