die Stiftung
Translation
foundation, endowment, institution, charity
Examples
Die Stiftung fördert junge Künstler.
The foundation supports young artists.
Er gründete eine Stiftung für den Umweltschutz.
He established a foundation for environmental protection.
Grammar Patterns
eine Stiftung ((für+4)) to found a foundation for (sth.) He founded a foundation for children.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Institution, Anstalt (institute)
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'stiften' (to found, to donate). It signifies the act of establishing something.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'stiff' and permanent structure that provides support, like a foundation for a building or a charity.