der Handelstreit
Translation
trade dispute, trade war
Examples
Der Handelstreit belastet die Wirtschaft.
The trade dispute is burdening the economy.
Die Länder wollen den Handelstreit beilegen.
The countries want to settle the trade dispute.
Grammar Patterns
((as subject)) as a subject The trade dispute is damaging. Der Handelstreit schadet der Wirtschaft.
((between sth.)) a trade dispute between... Es gibt einen Handelstreit zwischen den beiden Ländern.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Handelskonflikt, Handelskrieg
Etymology
From 'Handel' (trade) + 'Streit' (dispute, conflict). Literally a 'trade dispute'.
Memory Tips
Imagine countries having a 'strife' or argument over 'trade'.