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nebenberuflich
part-time
Describes an activity that someone does in addition to their main job, often part-time or in the evening.
example
Sie arbeitet nebenberuflich als Übersetzerin.
She works part-time as a translator.
nebenberuflich
part-time
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Meanings
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Word structure
The word is made up of 'neben' (beside), 'Beruf' (job), and the ending '-lich'. So it describes an activity that someone does 'neben dem Hauptberuf' (alongside their main job).
EXAMPLE
Sein Einkommen aus der nebenberuflichen Tätigkeit ist steuerpflichtig.
His income from the part-time side activity is taxable.
Adverb or adjective
'Nebenberuflich' can be used as an adverb to describe a verb, or as an adjective before a noun. As an adjective, it must be declined.
EXAMPLE
Er arbeitet nebenberuflich als Fotograf. (Adverb)
He works part-time as a photographer. (Adverb)
Typical verbs
The most common verbs in this context are 'arbeiten' (to work), 'tätig sein' (to be active/working), and 'sich selbstständig machen' (to become self-employed).
EXAMPLE
Viele Studenten sind nebenberuflich tätig, um Geld zu verdienen.
Many students work part-time to earn money.
Compare with
nebenberuflich vs nebenbei
on the side / incidentally
'nebenbei' and 'nebenberuflich' can both say that an activity happens in addition to a main activity. The difference is the area of use. 'nebenberuflich' is used specifically for work or a profession: someone has a main job and also does another professional activity. 'nebenbei' is more general and can also apply to small tasks, hobbies, or things you do in addition. Learners confuse the words because both express 'not as the main thing'. If it is clearly about an additional job, 'nebenberuflich' is more precise. In many other situations, 'nebenbei' fits better.
nebenberuflich
Ich arbeite nebenberuflich als Nachhilfelehrer.
I work part-time as a tutor.
nebenbei
Vor dem Termin beantwortet Frau Fischer nebenbei noch ein paar Nachrichten.
Before the appointment, Ms. Fischer also answers a few messages on the side.
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