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The setting of an end date for the validity of something, especially a contract. A 'Befristung' (time limit) means that something is valid only for a specific, previously defined period of time.
Die Befristung meines Arbeitsvertrags läuft in zwei Monaten aus.
The time limit on my employment contract expires in two months.
The word is derived from the noun 'die Frist' (a fixed period or deadline). With the prefix 'be-' and the ending '-ung', it becomes a noun that describes the act or result of limiting something in time.
Die Frist für die Abgabe der Bewerbung ist morgen.
The deadline for submitting the application is tomorrow.
'Befristung' (time limit) is a formal word used mainly in legal and administrative language. In everyday life, you hear it almost only in connection with employment contracts.
Im öffentlichen Dienst sind Befristungen von Arbeitsverträgen üblich.
In the public sector, time limits on employment contracts are common.
Common verbs used with 'Befristung' (time limit) are 'auslaufen' (to expire), 'verlängern' (to extend), and 'vereinbaren' (to agree on). It is also often combined with the word 'Arbeitsvertrag' (employment contract).
Wir müssen die Befristung deines Vertrags unbedingt verlängern.
We absolutely have to extend the time limit on your contract.
deadline / time limit
The “Frist” specifies the deadline by which an action must be completed. “Befristung,” on the other hand, determines how long something, especially a contract, remains valid. “Frist” is appropriate for signing on time, while “Befristung” refers to the limited duration of a contract.
Die Befristung des Vertrags endet nach einem Jahr.
The contract’s fixed term ends after one year.
Für die Unterzeichnung des Vertrags gilt eine Frist bis Freitag.
There is a deadline of Friday for signing the contract.
