der Arbeitsmarkt
Translation
labour market, job market
Examples
Die Lage auf dem Arbeitsmarkt ist angespannt.
The situation on the labour market is tense.
Grammar Patterns
on the labour market The situation on the labour market is difficult.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Stellenmarkt (job market)
Etymology
Composed of 'Arbeit' (work) and 'Markt' (market). Literally a 'market for work'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a compound of 'Arbeit' (work/labour) and 'Markt' (market). This makes the meaning 'labour market' very clear.