die Pflege
Translation
care, nursing, maintenance, upkeep
Examples
Die Pflege alter Menschen ist wichtig.
The care of elderly people is important.
Dieses Auto braucht gute Pflege.
This car needs good maintenance.
Sie arbeitet in der Krankenpflege.
She works in nursing.
Grammar Patterns
die Pflege von+3 the care of sb./sth. The care of old people is exhausting.
in Pflege sein to be in care My grandfather is in care now.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Betreuung, Versorgung, Wartung
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'pflegen' (to care for, to maintain).
Memory Tips
Connect it to the verb 'pflegen'. Think of 'pledging' to take care of someone or something, which requires 'Pflege' (care).