der Wirtschaftsverband
Translation
business association, trade association, industry association
Examples
Der Wirtschaftsverband vertritt die Interessen der Mitglieder.
The business association represents the interests of its members.
Grammar Patterns
((der Wirtschaftsverband)) + Verb as subject: Der Wirtschaftsverband veröffentlicht einen Bericht.
Similar Words
trade union, chamber of commerce, guild
Etymology
Composed of 'Wirtschaft' (economy/business) and 'Verband' (association). Literally an 'economy association'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'band' of businesses from the same 'Wirtschaft' (economic sector) forming an association.