die Aushilfe, -r
temp · temporary worker
Eine Person, die nur für kurze Zeit oder stundenweise bei der Arbeit hilft, zum Beispiel in einem Laden oder Restaurant.
The German word "Aushilfe" is a noun that means "temporary help" or "temporary assistant". It is derived from the verb "aushelfen," which means "to help out" or "to assist".
Similar words in German include "Hilfsarbeiter" (helper or laborer), "Vertretung" (substitute), and "Zeitarbeiter" (temporary worker).
Differences:
- "Hilfsarbeiter" typically refers to a general helper or laborer, often in a more manual or unskilled capacity.
- "Vertretung" implies substitution and can be used in broader contexts like replacing someone temporarily, e.g., a teacher or employee.
- "Zeitarbeiter" specifically refers to someone employed for a temporary period, often through a temporary employment agency.
"Aushilfe" is more general and can refer to any temporary helper or assistant, often implying a short-term or temporary engagement without the formal implications of other words.
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Examples
Die Aushilfe arbeitet heute im Laden.noun
The temp is working in the store today.
Eine Aushilfe wird morgen beginnen.noun
A temporary worker will start tomorrow.
Die Aushilfe hilft uns heute im Laden.noun
The temporary worker is helping us in the shop today.
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