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Anstellung

employment

noun AN-shtel-loong Rare
People & Society Work

Also means

position

Usage Note

Anstellung is a salaried employment relationship, from anstellen (to hire). A feste Anstellung means a permanent position, the opposite of freelancing. It emphasises the contractual bond with one employer. Plural Anstellungen, though often used in the singular for one's job status.

Examples

"Sie suchte eine feste Anstellung in der Verwaltung."

Natural Translation

She was looking for a permanent position in administration.

Literal Translation

She sought a fixed employment in the administration.

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