German word

gewerblich

Pronunciation

IPA/gəˈvɛɐ̯plɪç/

Meaning

  • adjectivecommercial

Example

Viele kleine gewerbliche Firmen sind erfolgreich.

Many small commercial firms are successful.

Illustration for gewerblich (commercial)

More examples

Bei gewerblicher Nutzung der Räumlichkeiten können zusätzliche Gebühren anfallen.

With commercial use of the premises, additional fees may apply.

Core concept

A shop, workshop, or service operation serving customers rather than private needs.

Common phrases

  • gewerbliche Nutzung

    commercial use

  • gewerbliche Tätigkeit

    commercial activity

  • gewerblicher Anbieter

    commercial provider

Similar words

kommerziell: Directed toward profit through selling, trading, or advertising goods and services.
geschäftlich: Linked to the daily work or dealings of a company, firm, or shop.
beruflich: Done in connection with an occupation or as part of someone's working life.
professionell: Carried out with expert knowledge, skill, and a polished standard.

Definition in German

Für den Gebrauch, die Herstellung oder den Verkauf innerhalb eines Geschäfts oder zur Erzielung von Umsatz bestimmt.

Word origin

Gewerblich is formed from Gewerbe, meaning a business or trade, with the adjective suffix -lich.

Usage tips

  • Gewerblich often contrasts with privat in phrases such as gewerbliche Nutzung, meaning use connected with a business rather than personal use.

Other meanings

  • profit-makingadjective

Opposites

Related words

  • Gewerbetradenoun
  • Gewerbetreibenderbusiness operatornoun
  • gewerbsmäßigprofit-makingadjective

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