das Arbeitsleben
Translation
working life, professional life
Examples
Das Arbeitsleben kann sehr stressig sein.
Working life can be very stressful.
Nach 40 Jahren im Arbeitsleben geht er in Rente.
After 40 years in his working life, he is retiring.
Grammar Patterns
((as subject)) used as a subject The working life begins after education.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Berufsleben, Erwerbsleben; Antonyms: Privatleben, Ruhestand
Etymology
Composed of 'Arbeit' (work) + 's' (linking element) + 'Leben' (life). Literally 'work life'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'life' you live at 'work'. The two English words are directly inside the German word.