If you live in Britain, chances are you're familiar with Aldi, one of the country's leading supermarket chains.
But while millions of customers flock to Aldi stores every year for their shopping, many may not be aware of it the story behind the famous name.
Aldiwith its distinctive blue and orange logo, has become a permanent fixture in towns and cities across the UK.
However, few shoppers have thought about the origins of the title of the supermarketdating back more than a century to its founder.
Aldi has its origins in the entrepreneurial spirit of Karl Albrecht, who founded the company in 1913.
“Probably the most useful thing I learned in German this year is that Aldi is short for Albrecht-Discount,” said a second.
A third added: “Never knew ALDI actually stood for anything. It stands for Albrecht Discount, believe it or not.”
In the years following its founding, Aldi grew rapidly, opening stores across Germany and eventually expanding to other countries including the United Kingdom.
Today, Aldi is one of the largest and most successful supermarket chains in the world, with thousands of stores serving millions of customers every day.
The company's commitment to offering customers great products at unbeatable prices has made it a favorite among budget-conscious shoppers everywhere.