die Wohlfahrtspflege
Translation
social welfare, social work, public assistance, charity
Examples
Sie arbeitet in der öffentlichen Wohlfahrtspflege.
She works in public social services.
Die Wohlfahrtspflege kümmert sich um Bedürftige.
Social welfare cares for the needy.
Grammar Patterns
((in social welfare)) in the field of social welfare She is active in social welfare.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Sozialwesen, Fürsorge, Caritas
Etymology
A compound of 'Wohlfahrt' (welfare) and 'Pflege' (care). Literally 'welfare-care'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Wohl' (well) + 'Fahrt' (journey) + 'Pflege' (care). Think of it as 'care for a good journey' through life.