German Freelancer Terms
If you're working as a freelancer in a German-speaking country, or plan to, it's essential to know the right vocabulary. In this guide, we’ll walk you through essential German freelancer vocabulary, so you can handle your business in clear and correct German.
What Is a Freelancer in German?
The German word for freelancer is der Freiberufler (male) or die Freiberuflerin (female). Another common word is selbstständig, which means 'self-employed'. Not all Selbstständige are Freiberufler, but all Freiberufler are selbstständig.
Here are the some key terms:
Administrative Vocabulary
German bureaucracy can feel intimidating. But once you know the vocabulary, it's easier to manage.
Here are the words you'll see when dealing with taxes, registration, and official documents.
Invoicing & Getting Paid
Here are some words and phrases you will need when talking about money, invoices and VAT:
Communicating with Clients
Even if you’re not fluent in German, you’ll want to use a few key phrases when talking to German clients.
I’ll send you the quote by tomorrow.
Could you please send me your billing address?
The invoice is payable within 14 days.
Thank you for your inquiry.
Freelancing Online
Many freelancers work online with international clients. Here are some words that often come up in emails, contracts, and platforms.
Final Thoughts
We hope that you found this guide helpful and that you learned some useful terms with regards to freelancing in a German speaking country. If we missed any important words or phrases, please let us know by sending us a quick e-mail.
