die Überbrückungshilfe
Translation
bridging aid, interim financial assistance, stopgap funding
Examples
Die Firma beantragt Überbrückungshilfe.
The company is applying for bridging aid.
Die Regierung gewährt kleinen Betrieben Überbrückungshilfe.
The government grants bridging aid to small businesses.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to apply for/receive sth. The company is applying for bridging aid.
Similar Words
finanzielle Unterstützung, Subvention, Zuschuss
Etymology
From 'Überbrückung' (bridging) + 'Hilfe' (help). It's 'help' to 'bridge' a difficult period, usually a financial one.
Memory Tips
Picture financial 'help' (Hilfe) that acts as a 'bridge' (Brücke) over a gap in income.