Die Aktie
Example: Die Aktie des Unternehmens stieg gestern stark im Wert.
Definition
"Die Aktie" refers to a share or stock representing ownership in a company. It entitles the holder to a portion of the company's assets and profits, and its value can fluctuate based on market conditions. For example, "Die Aktie des Unternehmens stieg gestern stark im Wert" means the company's stock rose significantly in value yesterday.
Etymology
The German word "die Aktie" comes from the Latin word 'actio,' meaning 'a doing' or 'a deed.' It was adopted into German to specifically denote a share in a company, reflecting the concept of holding a part or 'action' in the business. Did you know that the term emphasizes active participation in ownership?
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"Die Aktie" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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