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Facharbeiter

skilled worker

noun FAKH-ar-bai-ter Rare

Also means

qualified tradesperson

Usage Note

Facharbeiter has completed a recognised apprenticeship (Ausbildung) and is qualified in a specific trade or technical field. Germany's dual vocational training system (duales Ausbildungssystem) produces most Facharbeiter.

Examples

"Der Mangel an Facharbeitern ist in vielen deutschen Branchen ein ernstes Problem."

Natural Translation

The shortage of skilled workers is a serious problem in many German industries.

Literal Translation

The lack of skilled-workers is in many German industries a serious problem.

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