der Betrieb
Translation
company, business, operation, activity
Examples
Der Betrieb hat 100 Mitarbeiter.
The company has 100 employees.
Die Maschine ist jetzt in Betrieb.
The machine is now in operation.
Auf der Straße herrscht reger Betrieb.
There's a lot of activity on the street.
Grammar Patterns
to put ((sth.)) into operation We're putting the new plant into operation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: das Unternehmen, die Firma
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'betreiben' (to operate, to run). It combines 'be-' (prefix) and 'treiben' (to drive, push), literally meaning 'that which is driven/operated'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Betrieb' as being related to 'drive' ('treiben'). It's the place that is 'driven' or operated.