das Berufsjahr
Translation
professional year, year of work, year of professional experience
Examples
Nach zehn Berufsjahren hat sie viel Erfahrung.
After ten years of professional experience, she has a lot of experience.
Sein erstes Berufsjahr war sehr anstrengend.
His first year of work was very exhausting.
Grammar Patterns
after ((number)) years of work after ((number)) years of work After five years of work, he was promoted.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Arbeitsjahr (working year), Dienstjahr (year of service)
Etymology
Composed of 'Beruf' (profession) + 's' (linking element) + 'Jahr' (year). Literally 'profession year'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the number of 'Jahre' (years) you have spent in your 'Beruf' (profession).