die Fachkräfte
Translation
skilled workers, specialists, professionals
Examples
Es fehlt an qualifizierten Fachkräften.
There is a shortage of qualified skilled workers.
Grammar Patterns
a shortage ((of)) skilled workers a shortage of skilled workers There is a shortage of skilled workers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Spezialisten (specialists), Experten (experts)
Etymology
Composed of 'Fach' (specialty, field) and 'Kräfte' (forces, workers), the plural of 'Kraft' (force, power).
Memory Tips
Think of 'Kräfte' (workers/forces) who have knowledge in a specific 'Fach' (field).