die Gemeinden
Translation
municipalities, communities, parishes, local authorities
Examples
Viele kleine Gemeinden haben finanzielle Probleme.
Many small municipalities have financial problems.
Die Gemeinden arbeiten bei diesem Projekt zusammen.
The communities are working together on this project.
Grammar Patterns
in ((the municipalities)) to do ((sth.)) In vielen Gemeinden gibt es Bibliotheken.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kommunen, Ortschaften
Etymology
From Old High German 'gimeinida' (community), related to 'gemein' (common).
Memory Tips
Think of it as a place for the 'gemein' (common) people.