No. 5,530 in German
berufstand
"Berufsstand" means "profession" or "occupational group" in English, referring to a specific category of jobs or trades.
In a sentence
Der Berufstand der Ärzte hat eine lange Tradition.
The profession of doctors has a long tradition.
In this sentence, 'Berufstand' refers to a specific professional group, namely doctors, emphasizing their collective identity and historical aspect.
Viele Menschen bewundern den Berufstand der Lehrer für ihre Hingabe.
Many people admire the profession of teachers for their dedication.
Here, 'Berufstand' again denotes a professional group, teachers, highlighting public perception and appreciation.
Der Berufstand der Künstler spielt eine wichtige Rolle in der Gesellschaft.
The profession of artists plays an important role in society.
In this usage, 'Berufstand' communicates the idea of a community composed of artists and their social contributions as a whole.
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