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No. 6,261 in German

discrimination

The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on grounds like race, age, or gender.

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  • Die Diskriminierung aufgrund des Geschlechts ist in vielen Gesellschaften ein Problem.

    Discrimination based on gender is a problem in many societies.

    The word 'Diskriminierung' is used as a noun referring to the act or practice of treating a group unfairly due to specific criteria.

  • Es ist wichtig, alle Maßnahmen gegen Diskriminierung zu unterstützen.

    It is important to support all measures against discrimination.

    'Diskriminierung' reflects the concept of unfair treatment or exclusion, emphasizing efforts to prevent it within a societal or political context.

  • Die Diskriminierung im Arbeitsmarkt kann sich negativ auf die Wirtschaft auswirken.

    Discrimination in the labor market can have a negative impact on the economy.

    In this sentence, the term 'Diskriminierung' denotes prejudicial practices affecting fairness and equal opportunities in hiring and employment.

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