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Abteilung

department

German grammar
dieAbteilungf

Meaning of Abteilung

Deutsch

ein Teil einer größeren Organisation, der eigene Aufgaben hat

English

a division of a larger organization

department

Pronunciation

German
[apˈtaɪ̯lʊŋ]

Abteilung with English translation

Abteilung usage examples

🇩🇪German→🇬🇧English

Ich arbeite in der Marketing-Abteilung.

I work in the marketing department.

🇩🇪German→🇬🇧English

Die Abteilung plant ein neues Projekt.

The department is planning a new project.

Abteilung synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between Abteilung, Referat, Fachbereich, Ressort, Amt, and Behörde

R
🇩🇪German
Referat

A small administrative unit or division, often in a public office, university, or large organization; it can also refer to a specific area of responsibility.

B1very often
F
🇩🇪German
Fachbereich

A division organized by subject area or specialty; often used in universities, hospitals, or large companies.

B1often
R
🇩🇪German
Ressort

A field of responsibility or a division, especially in a ministry, newsroom, or company management.

B1often

Advanced: broader words

A
🇩🇪German
Amt

An official office or public authority; it is usually not just an internal division, but a government office or institution with formal duties.

B1very often
B
🇩🇪German
Behörde

A government authority or administrative institution; it is typically used for public administration, not for an internal company division.

B1very often

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Abteilung belongs to the topic "Employment and HR Documents →". Start with a short set of 1 word so the word is easier to remember in context.

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What does Abteilung mean?

a division of a larger organization

How do you pronounce Abteilung?

Abteilung is pronounced [apˈtaɪ̯lʊŋ].

How is Abteilung used in a sentence?

I work in the marketing department. Translation: Ich arbeite in der Marketing-Abteilung.

Is Abteilung part of Employment and HR Documents vocabulary?

Yes, Abteilung (department) can be learned in the Employment and HR Documents topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is Abteilung part of Study and Work vocabulary?

Yes, Abteilung (department) can be learned in the Study and Work topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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