This is the 5530th most frequent German word.
berufstand
"Berufsstand" means "profession" or "occupational group" in English, referring to a specific category of jobs or trades.
In this sentence, 'Berufstand' refers to a specific professional group, namely doctors, emphasizing their collective identity and historical aspect.
Der Berufstand der Ärzte hat eine lange Tradition.
The profession of doctors has a long tradition.
Here, 'Berufstand' again denotes a professional group, teachers, highlighting public perception and appreciation.
Viele Menschen bewundern den Berufstand der Lehrer für ihre Hingabe.
Many people admire the profession of teachers for their dedication.
In this usage, 'Berufstand' communicates the idea of a community composed of artists and their social contributions as a whole.