German Conversation · Level 78
59 words
German word
Autobauer
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈaʊ̯toːˌbaʊ̯ɐ/
Meaning
- masculine nounautomaker
Example
Der Autobauer stellt ein neues Modell vor.
The automaker is unveiling a new model.
More examples
Der deutsche Autobauer investiert stark in Elektromobilität.
The German automaker invests heavily in electromobility.
Core concept
A car company turning engineering plans into a series of finished vehicles.
Common phrases
der deutsche Autobauer
the German automaker
ein großer Autobauer
a major automaker
ein innovativer Autobauer
an innovative automaker
Similar words
Autohersteller: A business responsible for designing and producing cars.
Automobilkonzern: A major automotive corporation owning several brands and factories.
Automobilzulieferer: A supplier that develops and produces components for vehicle manufacturers.
Definition in German
Firma, die Autos entwickelt und in Serie baut.
Word origin
The compound Autobauer joins the shortened form Auto with Bauer, whose broader compound use denotes someone or a business involved in building.
Usage tips
- Autobauer is masculine, with der Autobauer in the singular and Autobauer also as the unchanged plural form.
Other meanings
- car companynoun
Opposites
- Autokäufercar buyernoun
- Endverbraucherend consumernoun
Related words
- Autobauerinwoman automakernoun
- Autobauerverbandautomaker associationnoun