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Fachkräftemangel

/ˈfaxˌkʁɛftəˈmaŋɡl̩/
noun★Intermediate
💼Business
formal

A lack of qualified professionals in specific industries or job sectors, often due to demographic changes, education gaps, or labor market imbalances.

Der Fachkräftemangel in der IT-Branche wächst stetig.

The shortage of skilled workers in the IT industry is steadily increasing.

Die Regierung plant Maßnahmen, um den Fachkräftemangel zu bekämpfen.

The government is planning measures to combat the shortage of skilled workers.

💡

This term is commonly used in economic and labor market discussions, particularly in Germany and other European countries.

Collocations

Fachkräftemangel bekämpfento combat the shortage of skilled workersFachkräftemangel verschärfento exacerbate the shortage of skilled workers

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

Fachkräfteeinwanderungsgesetzphrase
Skilled Immigration Act (a German law aimed at attracting skilled workers)

💡Pro Tip

Contextual Usage

Use this term when discussing labor market challenges, economic policies, or workforce planning.

⚡Gold Rule

Capitalization

Always capitalize nouns in German, including compound nouns like 'Fachkräftemangel'.

📖Word Origin

Derived from 'Fachkraft' (skilled worker) and 'Mangel' (shortage), reflecting the compound nature of German word formation.

📝Usage Notes

This term is frequently discussed in political and economic contexts, particularly in relation to Germany's aging workforce and the need for skilled immigration.

Word Breakdown

Fach
specialized, expert
root
+
Kräfte
workers, labor
root
+
Mangel
shortage, lack
root
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