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commercial
Related to a business or trade, that is, commerce, business, or industry, and carried out with the intention of making a profit; commercial.
Die gewerbliche Nutzung von Wohnräumen ist in diesem Gebäude nicht gestattet.
The commercial use of residential rooms is not permitted in this building.
The adjective 'gewerblich' (commercial/vocational) is derived directly from the noun 'das Gewerbe' (business/trade). A 'Gewerbe' is an independent economic activity with the goal of making a profit.
Er hat sein Hobby zum Gewerbe gemacht.
He turned his hobby into a business.
You can recognize the meaning of 'gewerblich' from the context. If it is about business, sales, or the use of property, the commercial meaning is intended. If it is about schools or training, the vocational, trade-related meaning is intended.
Der gewerbliche Verkauf von Alkohol ist hier verboten.
The commercial sale of alcohol is prohibited here.
The meaning 'commercial' is often used in official, legal, or business contexts. You often find the word in contracts, on signs, or in advertisements to distinguish private activities from business activities.
Diese Software ist nur für die private, nicht für die gewerbliche Nutzung lizenziert.
This software is licensed only for private use, not for commercial use.
Common combinations are 'gewerbliche Nutzung' (commercial use), 'gewerbliche Zwecke' (commercial purposes), or 'gewerblicher Anbieter' (commercial provider). These phrases emphasize that something is not private, but business-related.
Die Immobilie wird zu gewerblichen Zwecken vermietet.
The property is rented out for commercial purposes.
technical
'technisch' and 'gewerblich' can both refer to practical work, machines, or professions. 'technisch' describes the technical side: devices, machines, processes, or how they work. 'gewerblich' is more about the business or occupational area, that is, trade, skilled trades, industry, or work carried out with the intention of making a profit. In expressions like 'gewerblich-technische Ausbildung' (vocational-technical training), both areas come together. Learners may confuse the words because they often appear in similar professional contexts. If it is about how something functions, 'technisch' fits. If it is about a business, trade, or occupational field, 'gewerblich' fits.
Die Halle wird gewerblich genutzt, weil dort eine kleine Firma arbeitet.
The hall is used commercially because a small company works there.
Vor dem Termin prüft Ali, ob die Anlage technisch in Ordnung ist.
Before the appointment, Ali checks whether the system is technically in good order.