der Bevölkerungsschutz
Translation
civil protection, civil defence
Examples
Das Gesetz des Bevölkerungsschutzes ist sehr wichtig.
The law on civil protection is very important.
Die Aufgabe des Bevölkerungsschutzes ist der Schutz der Bürger.
The task of civil protection is the protection of the citizens.
Grammar Patterns
((of the sth.gen)) of the civil protection The Office of Civil Protection warns the citizens.
Similar Words
der Zivilschutz
Etymology
Composed of 'Bevölkerung' (population) and 'Schutz' (protection).
Memory Tips
Think of it literally as 'population protection'. This helps to remember its meaning in emergency situations.