die Soforthilfe
Translation
immediate aid, emergency relief
Examples
Die Regierung versprach Soforthilfe für die Opfer.
The government promised immediate aid for the victims.
Nach dem Sturm wurde Soforthilfe geleistet.
After the storm, emergency relief was provided.
Grammar Patterns
to provide immediate aid ((et4)) The Red Cross provides immediate aid.
to apply for immediate aid for sb. ((et4)) ((für j-n)) She is applying for immediate aid for her family.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Nothilfe (emergency aid), Eilhilfe; Antonyms: langfristige Unterstützung (long-term support)
Etymology
Composed of 'sofort' (immediately) and 'Hilfe' (help). Literally 'immediate help'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a natural disaster scene, like an earthquake, where rescue teams provide 'sofort' 'Hilfe'.