German word

Arbeitsplatz

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaʁbaɪ̯t͡sˌplats/

Meaning

  • masculine nounworkplace

Example

Ich habe einen neuen Arbeitsplatz gefunden.

I found a new workplace.

Illustration for Arbeitsplatz (workplace)

More examples

Ich fahre jeden Tag mit dem Fahrrad zum Arbeitsplatz.

I cycle to the workplace every day.

Core concept

The desk, station, or organizational position assigned for carrying out one's working duties.

Common phrases

  • einen Arbeitsplatz suchen

    seek a workplace

  • zum Arbeitsplatz fahren

    go to the workplace

  • am Arbeitsplatz arbeiten

    work at the workplace

Similar words

Job: A person's job or paid position, in everyday language.
Arbeit: Work or labor performed as a task or activity.
Büro: A building or room used for office and administrative work.

Definition in German

Die Stelle oder der Raum, an dem eine Person ihre beruflichen Aufgaben ausführt.

Word origin

The noun combines Arbeit, work, with Platz, place, and the intervening s is a German linking element used in the compound.

Usage tips

  • Arbeitsplatz can refer to a physical workstation as well as a position at an organization, while Arbeit usually means work or employment more generally.

Other meanings

  • place of employmentnoun
  • workstationnoun

Opposites

Related words

  • Arbeitsplatzsuchejob searchnoun
  • Arbeitsplatzwechselchange of workplacenoun

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