industry

• Substantiv, das die wirtschaftliche Tätigkeit der Verarbeitung von Rohstoffen und der Herstellung von Waren in Fabriken bezeichnet, oder einen einzelnen Zweig der wirtschaftlichen oder kommerziellen Tätigkeit.

A noun referring to economic activity concerned with the processing of raw materials and manufacture of goods in factories, or a particular branch of economic or commercial activity.

1. Economic sectorB1formal

   A branch of economic activity that produces goods or provides services.

   Wirtschaftszweig

   • The automotive industry is a major employer in this region.
   • She works in the fashion industry.
   • The tech industry has grown rapidly over the last decade.

   Synonymebranchfieldlinesectortrade

2. Hard workB2formal

   Steady and diligent effort in one's work or activities.

   Fleiß

   • His success is due to his industry and dedication.
   • The project was completed on time thanks to the team's industry.
   • She showed great industry in her studies.

   Synonymeapplicationassiduitydiligenceeffortindustriousnesslaborperseverancesedulousnesstoil

   Antonymeidlenessinactivityindolencelazinessslothsluggishness