German Conversation · Level 30
89 words
German word
Verkauf
Pronunciation
IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈkaʊ̯f/
Meaning
- masculine nounsale
Example
Der Verkauf dieses Produkts ist online gestartet.
The sale of this product has started online.
More examples
Beim Verkauf gibt es oft Rabatte.
There are often discounts during the sale.
Core concept
A seller turns an offer into a paid transaction, with a product or service going to the customer.
Common phrases
der Verkauf von Produkten
sale of products
Online-Verkauf
online sale
der Verkauf im Laden
sale in the store
Similar words
Preis: The amount of money charged for a product or service.
Kasse: A place or machine where customers pay and payments are received.
Rabatt: A reduction in the price charged for a product or service.
Verkäufer: A person who sells products or services.
Definition in German
Verkauf bezeichnet das Abgeben von Waren oder Dienstleistungen gegen Bezahlung.
Word origin
Verkauf is formed from the verb verkaufen, which combines ver- with kaufen, a Germanic verb descended from Old High German koufōn.
Usage tips
- Verkauf is masculine, with the plural Verkäufe, and zum Verkauf stehen means that something is available for purchase.