der/die Arbeitsuchende
Translation
job seeker, unemployed person
Examples
Der Arbeitsuchende bewirbt sich auf viele Stellen.
The (male) job seeker is applying for many positions.
Die Agentur hilft Arbeitsuchenden bei der Jobsuche.
The agency helps job seekers with their job search.
Grammar Patterns
((as noun)) job seeker The job seeker goes to the employment agency.
Similar Words
Synonyms: job applicant, candidate; Antonyms: employee, worker
Etymology
From 'Arbeit' (work) + 'suchende' (seeking person). Literally 'a person seeking work'.
Memory Tips
Think of a person 'searching' (suchend) for 'work' (Arbeit).