This is the 7728th most frequent German word.
handels
"Handels" in German refers to "trade" or "commerce."
Here, 'Handels' is used as part of the compound 'Handelsvertrag', which means 'trade agreement', referring to trade-related matters.
Der Handelsvertrag wurde zwischen den beiden Ländern unterzeichnet.
The trade agreement was signed between the two countries.
In this sentence, 'Handels' appears in the compound 'Handelsunternehmen', meaning 'trading companies', emphasizing entities involved in commerce.
Die Handelsunternehmen expandieren in neue Märkte.
The trading companies are expanding into new markets.
'Handels' is seen here in 'Handelsmöglichkeit', translating to 'trading opportunity', discussing situations or chances related to trade.