die Betriebe
Translation
companies, businesses, factories, operations
Examples
Viele Betriebe suchen neue Mitarbeiter.
Many companies are looking for new employees.
Die Stadt unterstützt kleine Betriebe.
The city supports small businesses.
Grammar Patterns
as a subject (nominative plural) Viele Betriebe suchen neue Mitarbeiter.
as an object (accusative plural) Die Stadt unterstützt kleine Betriebe.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Firma, das Unternehmen, die Fabrik; Antonyms: die Schließung (closure).
Etymology
From the verb 'betreiben' (to operate, run). It combines the prefix 'be-' with 'treiben' (to drive), literally meaning 'that which is driven/operated'.
Memory Tips
Think of a place with a lot of 'Betrieb' (activity, hustle and bustle) - that's a business or factory in operation.