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Frühschicht

early shift, morning shift

noun FRUEH-shikht Rare
Time Time of Day

Usage Note

Frühschicht is the morning work shift, typically starting between 5 and 7 a.m. It is part of a shift-work (Schichtarbeit) system contrasted with Spätschicht (late shift) and Nachtschicht (night shift). Common in manufacturing, healthcare, and transport.

Examples

"Für die Frühschicht muss er um fünf Uhr morgens aufstehen."

Natural Translation

For the early shift, he has to get up at five o'clock in the morning.

Literal Translation

For the early-shift, he must get up at five o'clock in the morning.

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