die Krisenzeit
Translation
time of crisis, period of crisis, recession
Examples
In einer Krisenzeit ist Zusammenhalt wichtig.
In a time of crisis, solidarity is important.
Die Firma hat die Krisenzeit überstanden.
The company survived the period of crisis.
Grammar Patterns
in ((a time of crisis)) In einer Krisenzeit ist Zusammenhalt wichtig.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Notzeit, schwierige Zeit; Antonyms: Blütezeit (heyday)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Krise' (crisis) and 'Zeit' (time). Literally 'crisis-time'.
Memory Tips
Break it down into its parts: 'Krise' (crisis) + 'Zeit' (time). The meaning is very direct.