die Schreiberei
Translation
paperwork, writing, scribbling
Examples
Ich habe keine Lust auf die ganze Schreiberei.
I can't be bothered with all this paperwork.
Die ständige Schreiberei im Büro nervt.
The constant paperwork in the office is annoying.
Grammar Patterns
all the paperwork all the paperwork I'm tired of all the paperwork.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Papierkram, Bürokratie
Etymology
From 'schreiben' (to write) + the suffix '-erei', which often denotes an activity, sometimes with a pejorative or tedious connotation.
Memory Tips
The '-erei' suffix often implies a tedious or annoying activity. Think of it as 'the tedious business of writing'.