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Sozialarbeiter

social worker

noun zo-TSEE-al-ar-bay-ter Rare
People & Society Professions

Usage Note

Sozialarbeiter is a qualified professional with a degree in social work (Sozialarbeit/Sozialpädagogik). The role differs from an Erzieher (childcare worker) who typically works with children; a Sozialarbeiter may also work with adults, families, or people in crisis.

Examples

"Der Sozialarbeiter betreute obdachlose Menschen in der Innenstadt."

Natural Translation

The social worker supported homeless people in the city centre.

Literal Translation

The social worker looked after homeless people in the inner city.

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