German Conversation · Level 193
31 words
German word
erwirtschaften
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛɐ̯ˈvɪɐ̯tʃaftn̩/
Meaning
- verbgenerate
Example
Das Unternehmen hat in diesem Quartal viel Umsatz erwirtschaftet.
The company generated a lot of revenue this quarter.
More examples
Die Firma hat im letzten Geschäftsjahr einen kleinen Überschuss erwirtschaftet.
The company generated a small surplus in the last financial year.
Core concept
A business ledger shows money left over after the operation has paid its costs.
Common phrases
einen Überschuss erwirtschaften
generate a surplus
Gewinn erwirtschaften
make a profit
Umsatz erwirtschaften
generate revenue
Similar words
verdienen: To receive wages or payment for personal work or services.
erzielen: To achieve a measurable result such as sales or profit.
einnehmen: To receive money from selling goods or services.
einbringen: To bring profit or funds to an organization through business or a transaction.
Definition in German
Im Geschäftsbetrieb Einnahmen höher als Ausgaben erzielen.
Word origin
The verb combines the prefix er-, which can mark attainment of a result, with wirtschaften, meaning to conduct economic activity.
Usage tips
- Erwirtschaften is formal and mainly suits businesses or organizations, while verdienen is more natural for a person's wages or income.