boomen
to boom
To experience a strong economic upswing; to develop very quickly and successfully.
EXAMPLE
Seit der Einführung des neuen Produkts boomt das Geschäft.
Since the launch of the new product, business has been booming.
boomen
to boom
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Origin of the word
The verb 'boomen' (to boom) is a loanword from English ('to boom'). In German, it has become a common expression for rapid economic growth.
EXAMPLE
Die Baubranche boomt dank der niedrigen Zinsen.
The construction industry is booming thanks to low interest rates.
Sentence structure
'Boomen' (to boom) is used intransitively. This means it stands without an accusative object. The subject of the sentence is always the thing experiencing the upswing.
EXAMPLE
Der Online-Handel boomt seit Jahren.
Online retail has been booming for years.
Typical subjects
Typically, it is economic sectors that 'boomen' (boom). Common subjects are 'die Wirtschaft' (the economy), 'der Markt' (the market), 'eine Branche' (an industry/sector), 'der Tourismus' (tourism), or 'das Geschäft' (business).
EXAMPLE
In dieser Region boomt der Tourismus im Sommer.
Tourism booms in this region in the summer.
Compare with
boomen vs gedeihen
to thrive
Gedeihen and boomen can both describe the successful development of companies or markets. Gedeihen generally emphasizes that something is developing well, while boomen highlights a very rapid and exceptionally strong economic upswing. Gedeihen is more suitable for steady, positive development; boomen for a strong upswing.
boomen
Der Markt für Fahrräder boomt seit dem vergangenen Jahr.
The bicycle market has been booming since last year.
gedeihen
Unser Familienunternehmen gedeiht trotz der schwierigen Wirtschaftslage.
Our family business is thriving despite the difficult economic situation.
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