Hauptbeschäftigung
/ˈhaʊptbəˈʃɛftɪɡʊŋ/noun★Intermediate— main occupation
general
The primary job or activity that someone does regularly, often as a source of income or personal fulfillment.
Sie hat ihre Hauptbeschäftigung als Lehrerin, aber sie malt auch in ihrer Freizeit.
Her main occupation is as a teacher, but she also paints in her free time.
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This term is commonly used to describe someone's primary professional or personal activity.
Collocations
Hauptbeschäftigung habento have a main occupationHauptbeschäftigung wechselnto change one's main occupation
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💡Pro Tip
Usage in Context
Use 'Hauptbeschäftigung' when referring to the most significant activity in someone's life, whether paid or unpaid.
📖Word Origin
Derived from 'Haupt-' (main) and 'Beschäftigung' (occupation), combining to mean the primary activity or job.
📝Usage Notes
This term is neutral and can refer to both professional and personal activities that are central to someone's life.
Word Breakdown
Haupt-
main
prefix-beschäftigung
occupation
rootDeutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch