Lidl
Lidl is the German name for a German international discount supermarket chain.
Did you know?
- In Germany, Lidl is one of the primary examples of a Hard-Discounter, a term used to describe stores with minimal service and simple interiors.
- In Germany, the chain is often referred to as a Discounter, a word borrowed from English but used as a specific category of supermarket.
- The name Lidl comes from Anton Lidl, who founded the original business in Heilbronn around 1856.
Examples in context
- Ich gehe kurz zu Lidl.I am going to Lidl for a bit.
- Gibt es bei Lidl frisches Brot?Does Lidl have fresh bread?
- Wir kaufen unsere Lebensmittel bei Lidl.We buy our groceries at Lidl.
Example conversation
Sarah and Julian are discussing their grocery shopping plans.
- SarahSollen wir heute zu Lidl gehen?Should we go to Lidl today?
- JulianJa, ich muss noch Milch kaufen.Yes, I still need to buy milk.
- SarahGut, dann fahren wir zu Lidl.Good, then let's drive to Lidl.
- JulianPerfekt, ich nehme den Wagen.Perfect, I'll take the car.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Lidl, CC BY-SA 4.0.
