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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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 generally refers to an activity carried out in addition to a main activity. Nebenberuflich is more specific and identifies a professional activity carried out in addition to one’s main job. Nebenbei is therefore suitable with studies, household work, or other main activities; with a main job, both are possible.
nebenberuflich
Neben ihrer Vollzeitstelle verkauft sie nebenberuflich Schmuck im Internet.
In addition to her full-time job, she sells jewelry online part-time.
nebenbei
Während ihres Studiums verkauft sie nebenbei Schmuck im Internet.
While studying, she sells jewelry online on the side.
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