die Sozialhilfe
Translation
social assistance, welfare, social security benefits
Examples
Er beantragt Sozialhilfe beim Amt.
He is applying for social assistance at the office.
Sie lebt von der Sozialhilfe.
She lives on social assistance.
Grammar Patterns
to apply for ((sth.)) to apply for social assistance
to live on ((sth.)) to live on welfare
Similar Words
Synonyms: Fürsorge (care), Unterstützung (support)
Etymology
Composed of 'Sozial' (social) and 'Hilfe' (help). It literally means 'social help'.
Memory Tips
The word is very direct: 'Hilfe' (help) for 'Sozial' (social) needs. It's help from society.