das Altenzentrum
Translation
seniors' centre, retirement home, nursing home, care home for the elderly
Examples
Meine Großmutter lebt in einem Altenzentrum.
My grandmother lives in a seniors' centre.
Das Altenzentrum bietet viele Aktivitäten an.
The seniors' centre offers many activities.
Grammar Patterns
((Noun)) seniors' centre, nursing home. My grandmother lives in a seniors' centre.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Seniorenheim, Pflegeheim; Antonyms: Kindergarten, Schule
Etymology
Composed of 'Alten' (of the old people, from 'alt' meaning old) and 'Zentrum' (centre). Literally 'centre for the old'.
Memory Tips
Visualise a central hub ('Zentrum') specifically for elderly people ('Alten').