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Kurzarbeit

short-time work

noun KURTS-ar-bait Rare
People & Society Work

Also means

reduced working hours

Usage Note

Kurzarbeit is a government-supported scheme where employees work fewer hours and receive partial wage compensation, commonly activated during economic downturns. Kurzarbeitergeld is the official benefit payment.

Examples

"Viele Betriebe haben während der Krise Kurzarbeit angemeldet."

Natural Translation

Many companies registered for short-time work during the crisis.

Literal Translation

Many businesses have during the crisis short-time-work registered.

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