die Sozialwohnung
Translation
social housing, council flat
Examples
Sie haben eine Sozialwohnung beantragt.
They have applied for social housing.
Die Miete für eine Sozialwohnung ist günstig.
The rent for a council flat is affordable.
Grammar Patterns
((to apply for a ~)) to apply for social housing She has applied for a council flat.
Similar Words
Gemeindewohnung (municipal housing)
Etymology
Composed of 'Sozial' (social) and 'Wohnung' (flat, apartment). Literally 'social flat'.
Memory Tips
Think of an apartment ('Wohnung') provided for 'sozial' (social) reasons, like for low-income individuals.