German · Travel & Places
Laden
Shop
Beginnernoun
Definition
A place where goods are sold.
Example
Der Laden schließt um acht Uhr.
The shop closes at eight o'clock.
Etymology
'Laden' comes from the Middle High German 'lâden', meaning 'to load' or 'to place'. It has evolved to reference shops or stores where goods are sold.
How & Where It’s Used
'Laden' is an informal term often used in spoken language to refer to shops, particularly smaller businesses. It can appear in written context, especially in colloquial or regional expressions.