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Abwesenheit melden

/ˈapˌveːzn̩haɪ̯t ˈmɛldn̩/
phrase★Intermediate— to report absence
formal

To formally notify an employer, school, or institution about one's absence due to illness, personal reasons, or other valid causes.

Bitte melden Sie Ihre Abwesenheit spätestens am ersten Tag.

Please report your absence by the first day at the latest.

Die Mitarbeiter müssen ihre Abwesenheit melden, wenn sie nicht zur Arbeit kommen.

Employees must report their absence if they cannot come to work.

💡

This is typically done in writing (e.g., email, form) or via a designated system (e.g., HR portal).

Collocations

Abwesenheit meldento report absenceAbwesenheit entschuldigento excuse absence

Synonyms

Abwesenheit anzeigenAbwesenheit bekanntgeben

Antonyms

Anwesenheit bestätigen

Related Phrases

Abwesenheitsbescheinigungphrase
doctor's note (for absence)
Abwesenheitsmanagementphrase
absence management

💡Pro Tip

Formality

Use formal language when reporting absence, especially in professional settings.

⚡Gold Rule

Timeliness

Report absence as soon as possible to avoid penalties or misunderstandings.

📖Word Origin

From 'Abwesenheit' (absence) + 'melden' (to report). A formal administrative phrase used in professional or institutional settings.

📝Usage Notes

Common in workplace, school, or medical contexts. Often required by policy to maintain records and ensure proper communication.

Word Breakdown

Abwesenheit
absence
noun
+
melden
to report
verb
Deutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch

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