Also means
independence; autonomy
Usage Note
Selbstständigkeit in a work context means being self-employed (selbstständig). In German law a Selbstständiger is responsible for their own tax and insurance, unlike an employee. The term also carries the everyday meaning of personal autonomy.
Examples
"Sie wagte den Schritt in die Selbstständigkeit und gründete ihr eigenes Büro."
Natural Translation
She took the step into self-employment and founded her own office.
Literal Translation
She dared the step into the self-employment and founded her own office.
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