der Sektor
Translation
sector
Examples
Er arbeitet im privaten Sektor.
He works in the private sector.
Die Stadt ist in vier Sektoren geteilt.
The city is divided into four sectors.
Der Dienstleistungssektor wächst schnell.
The service sector is growing fast.
Grammar Patterns
to work in a sector ((in+3)) She works in the public sector.
to divide sth. into sectors ((et4)) You can divide the market into different sectors.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bereich (area, field), Gebiet (area, territory), Branche (branch, industry)
Etymology
From Latin 'sector' (cutter), from 'secare' (to cut). It refers to a part or division that has been 'cut out'.
Memory Tips
This is a cognate with the English word 'sector'. The pronunciation and meaning are almost identical.