der Besuch
Translation
visit, visitors, company, attendance
Examples
Wir haben heute Besuch.
We have company today.
Danke für deinen Besuch.
Thanks for your visit.
Der Besuch der Schule ist Pflicht.
School attendance is mandatory.
Grammar Patterns
((visit)) ((to sb./place)) visit to sb./place Der Besuch im Museum war interessant.
((to have)) ((company)) to have company/visitors Wir haben am Wochenende Besuch.
((to be)) ((visiting)) to be visiting Er ist zu Besuch in Berlin.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stay, call, company; Antonyms: departure
Etymology
From be- (transitive prefix) + suchen (to seek). Originally meaning to seek someone out.
Memory Tips
Think of 'seeking' (suchen) someone out to spend time with them. Also means 'company/guests' collectively.