der Wohlfahrtsverband
Translation
welfare association, charitable organization
Examples
Die Wohlfahrtsverbände helfen bedürftigen Menschen.
The welfare associations help people in need.
Er arbeitet für einen großen Wohlfahrtsverband.
He works for a large welfare association.
Grammar Patterns
to work for ((a welfare association)) to work for a welfare association Er arbeitet für einen großen Wohlfahrtsverband.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Hilfsorganisation (aid organization), gemeinnützige Organisation (non-profit organization)
Etymology
From 'Wohlfahrt' (welfare) + 's' (linking element) + 'Verband' (association). Literally a 'welfare association'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Wohl' (well) + 'Fahrt' (journey) -> 'Wohlfahrt' (welfare), combined with 'Verband' (association).