Wirtschaftskrise

/ˌvɪʁtʃaftsˈkʁiːzə/
nounIntermediate
formal

A period of economic downturn or instability, often characterized by high unemployment, reduced economic activity, and financial hardship.

Die Wirtschaftskrise hat viele Unternehmen dazu gezwungen, Insolvenz anzumelden.

The economic crisis forced many companies to file for bankruptcy.

Collocations

globale Wirtschaftskriseglobal economic crisis

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Related Phrases

Wirtschaftskrise überwindenphrase
to overcome an economic crisis

💡Pro Tip

Usage tip

Use 'Wirtschaftskrise' in formal and business contexts to describe economic downturns.

📖Word Origin

From 'Wirtschaft' (economy) and 'Krise' (crisis).

📝Usage Notes

Often used in formal and business contexts to describe periods of economic instability.

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