der Bergbausektor
Translation
mining sector, mining industry
Examples
Der Bergbausektor schafft viele Arbeitsplätze.
The mining sector creates many jobs.
Grammar Patterns
in the ((mining sector)) im Bergbausektor He works in the mining sector.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Montanindustrie (heavy industry, esp. mining and steel).
Etymology
A compound word from 'Berg' (mountain) + 'Bau' (mining) + 'Sektor' (sector).
Memory Tips
Picture the economy as a pie chart, with one slice or 'sector' labeled 'Bergbau'.