German · Work & Business
Arbeit
Work / Job
Beginnernoun
Definition
Activity requiring effort; a paid occupation.
Example
Meine Arbeit macht mir Spaß.
I enjoy my work.
Etymology
'Arbeit' comes from the Middle High German 'arbeite' and Old High German 'arabeit,' which is thought to be derived from the Latin 'labor' meaning work.
How & Where It’s Used
'Arbeit' is formal and used in professional contexts, common in written language related to jobs and employment, recognized across German-speaking areas.
Literary Heritage
'Arbeit' is referenced in numerous works discussing labor themes, including Bertolt Brecht’s plays.