die Volkswirtschaften
Translation
national economies, economies
Examples
Die Volkswirtschaften der EU sind eng verflochten.
The national economies of the EU are closely intertwined.
Manche Volkswirtschaften wachsen schneller als andere.
Some national economies grow faster than others.
Grammar Patterns
((Noun)) national economy The German national economy is very strong.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Nationalökonomie (national economy)
Etymology
From 'Volk' (people, nation) + 'Wirtschaft' (economy). Literally 'people's economy'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Volkswagen' (people's car). 'Volk' refers to the nation as a whole, so 'Volkswirtschaft' is the economy of the entire nation.