Weiterbildung

further training

noun VY-ter-bil-doong Rare

Also means

continuing education

Usage Note

Weiterbildung is continuing professional education undertaken after initial training, combining weiter (further) and Bildung (education). It covers courses, seminars and qualifications to keep skills current. Distinct from Ausbildung (initial training). Plural Weiterbildungen.

Examples

"Der Arbeitgeber finanziert eine Weiterbildung im Projektmanagement."

Natural Translation

The employer funds further training in project management.

Literal Translation

The employer finances a further-training in-the project-management.

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