Personalreduzierung
Die Personalreduzierung betrifft etwa 200 Mitarbeiter.
The staff reduction affects around 200 employees.
The process of reducing the number of employees in a company, often due to financial difficulties or restructuring.
Aufgrund der Krise musste das Unternehmen eine drastische Personalreduzierung vornehmen.
Due to the crisis, the company had to implement drastic staff reductions.
Die Personalreduzierung wurde im Rahmen der Sanierungsmaßnahmen angekündigt.
The staff reduction was announced as part of the restructuring measures.
Often used in corporate or economic contexts. Can imply voluntary or involuntary reductions.
Collocations
Pro Tip
Context matters
In German business contexts, 'Personalreduzierung' is a formal term. For softer phrasing, consider 'Personaleinsparung' or 'Stellenabbau'.
Word Origin
Compound of 'Personal' (staff) + 'Reduzierung' (reduction), from Latin 'reducere' (to lead back). First attested in German in the mid-20th century.
Usage Notes
A neutral to negative term in business contexts. Often used in official announcements or media reports. Avoid using in casual conversation unless referring to a specific corporate event.