Streik
/ʃtʁaɪ̯k/
strike
Die Arbeiter haben einen Streik angekündigt.
The workers have announced a strike.
formal
A collective work stoppage by employees to protest working conditions or demand better terms from employers.
Der Streik hat die Produktion für eine Woche unterbrochen.
The strike interrupted production for a week.
Streik is a formal term used in labor relations and industrial contexts.
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Pro Tip
Capitalization
Remember that 'Streik' is a noun and must be capitalized in German.
Gold Rule
Formal Context
'Streik' is used in formal contexts, such as labor negotiations or industrial disputes.
Word Origin
From Middle High German 'strec' (to strike), related to Old High German 'strec' (struggle).
Usage Notes
In German, 'Streik' is always capitalized as it is a noun. It is a formal term used in labor disputes and industrial relations.
Word Breakdown
Streik
strike
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