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instruction / training
A formal, often practical instruction or training session, especially relating to safety regulations, the operation of equipment, or work procedures.
Jeder neue Mitarbeiter erhält eine Unterweisung in die Sicherheitsbestimmungen am Arbeitsplatz.
Every new employee receives instruction in the workplace safety regulations.
'Die Unterweisung' (instruction/training) is derived from the verb 'unterweisen' (to instruct). This verb means to formally guide or instruct someone. The ending '-ung' turns it into a feminine noun.
Der Meister muss seine Auszubildenden sorgfältig unterweisen.
The master craftsman must carefully instruct his trainees.
This word is used almost exclusively in formal, official contexts, especially in the workplace. It often refers to legally required training sessions, for example on occupational safety.
Die jährliche Unterweisung zum Brandschutz ist für alle Mitarbeiter verpflichtend.
The annual fire safety training is mandatory for all employees.
To indicate the topic of the 'Unterweisung' (instruction/training), the preposition 'in' is used with the accusative. Alternatively, 'über' with the accusative can also be used.
Alle neuen Angestellten bekommen eine Unterweisung in die Software.
All new employees receive instruction in the software.
training / education
'die Ausbildung' and 'die Unterweisung' can both have to do with learning at work. 'die Ausbildung' is a longer path in which you learn a profession. 'die Unterweisung' is usually shorter and more specific: someone explains rules, work procedures, or how to handle equipment safely. It is often formal and practical. Learners may confuse the words because in both cases someone is learning something. 'Ausbildung' is more natural when talking about the profession as a whole, and 'Unterweisung' when talking about specific instruction or a safety explanation.
Vor der Arbeit an der Maschine gibt die Chefin eine kurze Unterweisung.
Before work on the machine begins, the boss gives a short instruction session.
Yara lernt in ihrer Ausbildung nicht nur Theorie, sondern arbeitet auch jeden Tag im Betrieb.
In her vocational training, Yara not only learns theory but also works at the company every day.