der Wohlstand
Translation
prosperity, affluence, wealth
Examples
Das Land erlebte eine Zeit des Wohlstands.
The country experienced a time of prosperity.
Wohlstand bedeutet für jeden etwas anderes.
Prosperity means something different to everyone.
Grammar Patterns
to live in prosperity im Wohlstand leben We live in relative prosperity.
to achieve prosperity zu Wohlstand kommen He achieved prosperity through hard work.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Reichtum (richness), Vermögen (fortune); Antonym: Armut (poverty)
Etymology
From 'Wohl' (well-being) + 'Stand' (state, standing). Literally a 'state of well-being'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Wohl' as 'well'. Someone in a state of 'Wohlstand' is 'standing well' financially.