English–German

“unemployment” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaɐ̯baɪ̯tsloːzɪçkaɪ̯t/

Example

Die Arbeitslosigkeit ist gestiegen.

Unemployment has risen.

Illustration for Arbeitslosigkeit (unemployment)

How to say “unemployment” in German

“Unemployment” in German is Arbeitslosigkeit.

A labor market with people ready to work but no paid jobs available.

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

Example sentences with Arbeitslosigkeit

Die regionale Arbeitslosigkeit ist in ländlichen Gebieten oft höher.

Regional unemployment is often higher in rural areas.

Tips for using Arbeitslosigkeit

  • For a person, German normally uses Ich bin arbeitslos, while Arbeitslosigkeit names the broader condition or its measured rate.

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