den Betrieben
Translation
to/in the companies, to/in the businesses, to/in the factories
Examples
Er arbeitet in verschiedenen Betrieben.
He works in various companies.
Die Regierung hilft den Betrieben.
The government helps the companies.
Grammar Patterns
((in+3)) in... Er arbeitet in verschiedenen Betrieben.
((helfen+3)) to help... Die Regierung hilft den Betrieben.
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.