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Arbeitsbeginn
/ˈaʁbaɪ̯t͡sbəˌɡɪn/
start of work
Der Arbeitsbeginn ist um 8 Uhr morgens.
The start of work is at 8 a.m.
neutral
The time when work officially begins
Der Arbeitsbeginn in der Fabrik ist streng geregelt.
The start of work in the factory is strictly regulated.
Sie hat ihren Arbeitsbeginn um eine Stunde verschoben.
She postponed her start of work by one hour.
Commonly used in employment contracts and workplace regulations.
Collocations
regelmäßiger Arbeitsbeginnregular start of workArbeitsbeginn verschiebenpostpone the start of workArbeitsbeginn um 9 Uhrstart of work at 9 a.m.
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Plural form
While 'Arbeitsbeginn' is typically used in the singular, the plural 'Arbeitsbeginne' can refer to multiple instances or times (e.g., 'verschiedene Arbeitsbeginne').
Word Origin
Compound of 'Arbeit' (work) and 'Beginn' (beginning), first attested in the 19th century.
Usage Notes
Used in formal and informal contexts, especially in labor law and daily schedules. The plural 'Arbeitsbeginne' is rare but possible.
Word Breakdown
Arbeit
work
rootBeginn
beginning
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