noun
die Benachteiligung, -en
discrimination
The German word "Benachteiligung" is a noun meaning disadvantage or discrimination.
- It is made up of the root word "Nachteil", which means disadvantage.
- The prefix "be-" turns the word active, and the suffix "-ung" turns it into a noun indicating the action or effect.
Similar words:
- Diskriminierung (discrimination)
- Benachteiligtheit (state of being disadvantaged)
- Ungerechtigkeit (injustice)
Differences:
- Benachteiligung emphasizes experiencing a disadvantage or unfair treatment, often in a social context.
- Diskriminierung specifically refers to unfair or prejudicial treatment based on characteristics such as race or gender.
- Ungerechtigkeit is a broader term for injustice in general, which may or may not result in disadvantage.
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Examples
Wir kämpfen gegen die Benachteiligung.noun
We are fighting against discrimination.
Kinder erleben manchmal Benachteiligung in der Schule.noun
Children sometimes experience discrimination in school.
Viele Menschen leiden unter Benachteiligung am Arbeitsplatz.noun
Many people suffer from discrimination at the workplace.
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