Der Verbraucher
Example: Die Verbraucher fordern zunehmend nachhaltige Produkte auf dem Markt.
Definition
"Der Verbraucher" refers to individuals or groups who purchase and use goods or services for personal needs rather than for manufacturing or resale. It highlights the end-users in the economic process, as in the example: 'Die Verbraucher fordern zunehmend nachhaltige Produkte auf dem Markt.'
Etymology
The word "der Verbraucher" comes from the German verb 'verbrauchen,' meaning 'to consume.' It combines 'ver-' (a prefix often indicating thoroughness) with 'brauchen' (to use or need). Thus, "der Verbraucher" literally means 'the one who consumes.' Did you know that the term has been used since the 19th century to describe those who utilize goods and services?
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"Der Verbraucher" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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