English–German

“security” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈapˌzɪçəʁʊŋ/

Example

Die Absicherung der Rente ist wichtig.

Pension security is important.

Illustration for Absicherung (security)

How to say “security” in German

“Security” in German is Absicherung.

A safety net catches the financial, physical, or practical consequences of a setback.

Full entry for Absicherung: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Absicherung

Die Absicherung von Arbeitnehmern umfasst oft Versicherungen und soziale Leistungen.

The protection of workers often includes insurance and social benefits.

Tips for using Absicherung

  • The related verb commonly appears as sich gegen etwas absichern, with the threat introduced by gegen plus the accusative.

Other German words for “security”

Ich kaufe ein Wertpapier als Anlage.

I'm buying a security as an investment.

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