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How to Say ‘This is my employment contract’ in German

Das ist mein Arbeitsvertrag

dahs ist mine AR-bites-fer-trahk

[dahs ist mine AR-bites-fer-trahk]

💬 Usage Tip: The s in Arbeitsvertrag just links Arbeit "work" and Vertrag "contract". You'll see the same link in Arbeitszeit "working hours".

Phrase Breakdown

Das ist

dahs ist

This is

Say 'dahs ist'. Use it to point something out.

Example

Das ist mein Sohn.

This is my son.

Words in this phrase

Das

[dahs]

that / this

Refers to the idea, concept, or project being discussed.

Example

Für wen ist das Format interessant?

Who is this format interesting for?

ist

[ist]

A form of the verb 'sein' used for singular subjects.

Example

Für viele Bewerber Ist ein gutes Teamklima entscheidend.

For many applicants, a good team climate is crucial.

mein Arbeitsvertrag

mine AR-bites-fer-trahk

my employment contract

A compound of 'Arbeit' (work) and 'Vertrag' (contract). Say 'AR-baits-fer-trahk'. The 'v' sounds like 'f'.

Example

Mein Arbeitsvertrag ist unbefristet.

My employment contract is permanent.

Words in this phrase

mein

[mine]

'Mein' means 'my' and refers to something belonging to the speaker.

Example

Ja, mein Bruder auch freut sich auf die WM.

Yes, my brother is also looking forward to the World Cup.

Arbeitsvertrag

[AR-bites-fer-trahk]

employment contract

The written agreement between you and your employer.

Example

Ich habe den Arbeitsvertrag unterschrieben.

I signed the employment contract.

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