der Dienstleistungssektor
Translation
service sector, tertiary sector
Examples
Der Dienstleistungssektor wächst in Deutschland stark.
The service sector is growing strongly in Germany.
Viele neue Arbeitsplätze entstehen im Dienstleistungssektor.
Many new jobs are being created in the service sector.
Grammar Patterns
((the service sector)) as a subject The service sector is an important economic branch.
Similar Words
Tertiärer Sektor; Antonyms: Primärsektor, Sekundärsektor
Etymology
A compound of 'Dienstleistung' (service) and 'Sektor' (sector).
Memory Tips
Think of it literally: the 'sector' of the economy that provides 'services' (Dienstleistung).