Also means
institution
Usage Note
Establecimiento refers both to a commercial premise (a shop, restaurant, or business) and to the act of establishing something (el establecimiento de las normas — the laying down of the rules). In everyday speech local or negocio is often preferred for a shop or venue. The adjective establecido (established) shares the root.
Examples
"Este establecimiento cierra los domingos."
Natural Translation
This establishment is closed on Sundays.
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