Miele
Miele is the German name for a manufacturer of domestic appliances.
The term refers specifically to the German brand that produces home appliances.
Did you know?
- While Miele is a proper name in German, it is a homonym for the Italian word miele, which means 'honey'. This occasionally leads to linguistic jokes in European markets where the brand is sold.
- In Germany, Miele is often used as a generic shorthand for high-end quality in the appliance sector, similar to how some English speakers use 'Xerox' for photocopying.
- In German industrial history, Miele is often paired with Vorwerk when discussing the 'Mittelstand', the uniquely German sector of small and medium-sized family-owned enterprises.
Examples in context
- Ich besitze mehrere Haushaltsgeräte von Miele.I own several appliances from Miele.
- Die Waschmaschine ist von Miele.The washing machine is from Miele.
- Ich habe ein Gerät von Miele gekauft.I bought an appliance from Miele.
- Miele produziert hochwertige Haushaltsgeräte.Miele produces high-quality domestic appliances.
Example conversation
Julia and Felix are looking at kitchen appliances in a store.
- JuliaSchau mal, das ist ein Kühlschrank von Miele.Look, that is a refrigerator from Miele.
- FelixJa, die Qualität von Miele ist wirklich super.Yes, the quality of Miele is really great.
- JuliaAber ist er nicht viel zu teuer?But isn't it much too expensive?
- FelixVielleicht, aber es ist eine gute Investition.Maybe, but it is a good investment.
