das Gewerk
Translation
trades, crafts, work packages
Examples
Verschiedene Gewerke arbeiten auf der Baustelle.
Different trades are working on the construction site.
Die Koordination der Gewerke ist sehr wichtig.
The coordination of the trades is very important.
Der Architekt vergibt die Aufträge an die Gewerke.
The architect awards the contracts to the trades.
Grammar Patterns
((Noun)) trades, crafts The coordination of the trades is important.
Similar Words
Synonyms: trade, craft, profession
Etymology
Stems from 'Werk' (work). The 'Ge-' prefix can denote a collective, implying a group or category of work, hence 'trade' or 'craft'.
Memory Tips
Associate 'Gewerke' with the different kinds of 'work' needed for a big project, like construction. Each trade is a 'Gewerk'.