das Dienstgeschäft
Translation
official business, official duty, business trip
Examples
Er erledigt ein Dienstgeschäft in einer anderen Stadt.
He is taking care of official business in another city.
Das ist kein privates, sondern ein Dienstgeschäft.
This is not a private matter, but official business.
Grammar Patterns
to take care of official business He has to take care of some official business.
Similar Words
Synonyms: official matter, official duty, business trip
Etymology
A compound word from 'Dienst' (service, duty) and 'Geschäft' (business). Literally 'service business'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Dienst' (duty/service) + 'Geschäft' (business). It's business you conduct as part of your official duties.