der Boom
Translation
boom, upswing, economic boom
Examples
Die Wirtschaft erlebte einen Boom.
The economy experienced a boom.
Es gab einen Boom bei den Immobilienpreisen.
There was a boom in real estate prices.
Grammar Patterns
to experience a boom Die Wirtschaft erlebte einen Boom.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Aufschwung, Hochkonjunktur; Antonyms: Rezession, Krise
Etymology
Loanword from English 'boom', referring to a deep, resonant sound, later applied to rapid economic growth.
Memory Tips
Think of the onomatopoeic sound 'BOOM!' representing an explosion of economic activity.