das Elterngeld
Translation
parental allowance, parental benefit
Examples
Sie beantragen Elterngeld nach der Geburt.
They apply for parental allowance after the birth.
Die Höhe des Elterngeldes hängt vom Einkommen ab.
The amount of the parental allowance depends on the income.
Grammar Patterns
to apply for ((sth.)) You have to apply for parental allowance.
to receive ((sth.)) They receive parental allowance for one year.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Erziehungsgeld (child-raising allowance)
Etymology
Composed of 'Eltern' (parents) and 'Geld' (money).
Memory Tips
It's the 'money' (Geld) that 'parents' (Eltern) receive from the state to help raise a child.