Nische
[ˈniːʃə]
The German word for 'niche' is Nische.
In business and formal contexts, the compound noun Marktnische is often used specifically to mean 'market niche'.
Meaning: pertaining to a market niche (adj)
How does it change in a sentence?
Nische is a feminine noun and is used with the definite article die. The plural form of the word is Nischen. When you want to use 'niche' as an adjective to modify another noun, it is common to form a compound noun, such as Nischenprodukt for 'niche product'.
Did you know?
- The German concept of Nischenexistenz refers to a way of living or working that is barely sustainable and exists only in a very narrow social or economic gap.
- While Nische refers to a gap in a wall or a market, the German word Lücke is used for a gap in a conversation or a missing tooth.
- The word Nische is a direct linguistic transplant from the French niche, following a common pattern where German adopts sophisticated architectural or social terms from French.
Examples in context
- Es ist ein Nischenprodukt.It's a niche product.This sentence shows how to use the compound Nischenprodukt.Tatoeba #12266211 by Yorwba, translation #2335010 by Hybrid
- Amerikanische Firmen suchen nach einer Nische in der japanischen Wirtschaft.U.S. companies are working to find a niche in the Japanese economy.This sentence illustrates how to use Nische when discussing finding a market position.Tatoeba #13064200 by Yorwba, translation #67584 by CK
- Kojoten in Nordamerika füllen die gleiche Nische wie Schakale in Eurafrasien.Coyotes in North America fill the same niche as jackals in Eurasiafrica.This sentence shows the use of Nische in an ecological context.Tatoeba #12266213 by Yorwba, translation #12221810 by Miktsoanit
- Wir haben unsere Nische im Musikgeschäft gefunden.We have found our niche in the music industry.
- Suche dir eine Nische, in der du dich wohl fühlst.Find a niche where you feel comfortable.
- Unser Unternehmen möchte eine Marktnische erschließen.Our company wants to tap into a market niche.
- Es ist wichtig, eine passende Marktnische zu identifizieren.It is important to identify a suitable market niche.
Example conversation
Two colleagues are discussing a new business idea.
- MaximilianHast du eine Idee für ein neues Produkt?Do you have an idea for a new product?
- LauraJa, ich suche nach einer profitablen Nische.Yes, I am looking for a profitable niche.
- MaximilianWelche Nische meinst du genau?Which niche exactly do you mean?
- LauraIch denke an nachhaltige Büroartikel aus Bambus.I am thinking of sustainable office supplies made of bamboo.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Nische, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Nische, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
