Gleitzeit

flexitime

noun GLYT-tsyt Rare

Also means

flexible working hours

Usage Note

Gleitzeit is a working-time model where employees choose their start and end times within a defined frame, subject to covering Kernarbeitszeit (core hours). It is one of the most popular work-life balance measures in German companies.

Examples

"Dank Gleitzeit kann er morgens früher anfangen und nachmittags früher nach Hause."

Natural Translation

Thanks to flexitime he can start earlier in the morning and leave earlier in the afternoon.

Literal Translation

Thanks flexitime can he mornings earlier start and afternoons earlier home.

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