das Geschäft
Translation
shop, business, deal, store
Examples
Die Adresse des Geschäfts steht auf der Webseite.
The store's address is on the website.
Der Inhaber des Geschäfts ist sehr freundlich.
The owner of the business is very friendly.
Grammar Patterns
to open/close a shop ((et4)) ein Geschäft eröffnen/schließen He is opening a new shop soon.
to run a business ((et4)) ein Geschäft führen She runs her father's business.
to go to the shop ((in+4)) ins Geschäft gehen I need to go to the shop quickly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Laden (shop), Handel (trade), Unternehmen (company); Antonyms: Freizeit (leisure), Hobby (hobby)
Etymology
From the verb 'schaffen' (to create, to do). The prefix 'Ge-' often forms collective nouns, so it means a place of 'doing' or the 'doing' itself.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'chef' who is busy with his 'Geschäft' (business). It helps link the sound to the meaning of business or work.