This is the 12989th most frequent German word.
zwangspause
"Zwangspause" means "forced break" or "mandatory pause."
The word 'Zwangspause' refers to an enforced or mandatory pause or break, emphasizing that the interruption is not voluntary but imposed by circumstances.
Die Spieler mussten eine Zwangspause einlegen, da das Wetter schlecht war.
The players had to take a forced break because the weather was bad.
Here, 'Zwangspause' is used to denote a halt in operations caused by external factors, highlighting its application in industrial and professional contexts.
Während des Streiks gab es eine Zwangspause in der Produktion.
During the strike, there was a forced break in production.
In this sentence, 'Zwangspause' illustrates how unforeseen personal issues compel an individual or group to temporarily halt planned activities.