das Autohaus
Translation
car dealership, dealership
Examples
Wir kaufen unser neues Auto im Autohaus.
We are buying our new car at the car dealership.
Das Autohaus bietet auch Reparaturen an.
The car dealership also offers repairs.
Grammar Patterns
((in ein/im)) Autohaus ((et4)) kaufen to buy ((sth.)) at a car dealership We are buying the car at the car dealership.
((zu einem/zum)) Autohaus gehen/fahren to go/drive to a car dealership He is driving to the dealership to pick up his car.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Autohandel (car trade)
Etymology
Composed of 'Auto' (car) and 'Haus' (house). Literally a 'house for cars'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'car house'. It's where cars 'live' before they are sold. The components are very straightforward.