die Gewerkschaft
Translation
trade union, labor union
Examples
Die Gewerkschaft fordert höhere Löhne.
The trade union is demanding higher wages.
Er ist Mitglied in einer Gewerkschaft.
He is a member of a trade union.
Grammar Patterns
to be in ((a union)) Er ist in einer Gewerkschaft.
to join ((a union)) Many workers are joining the union.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Arbeitnehmervertretung (employee representation)
Etymology
From 'Gewerk' (trade, craft) + '-schaft' (a suffix indicating a collective, like '-ship'). So, a 'trade collective'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Gewerk' (work/trade) + '-schaft' (like a ship or group). A 'work-group' for workers.