Abfindungsangebot

severance offer

noun AHP-fin-dungs-ahn-geh-boht Rare

Also means

redundancy package proposal

Usage Note

Abfindungsangebot refers to the formal offer of a lump-sum payment made to an employee whose position is being terminated. It is negotiable and does not automatically preclude legal action unless explicitly waived.

Examples

"Die Firma unterbreitete ihr ein Abfindungsangebot, das sie nach Rücksprache mit einem Anwalt ablehnte."

Natural Translation

The company made her a severance offer, which she declined after consulting a lawyer.

Literal Translation

The firm submitted to her a severance-offer, which she after consultation with a lawyer declined.

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