das Gesamtinteresse
Translation
overall interest, collective interest, common good
Examples
Das Gesamtinteresse der Firma steht an erster Stelle.
The overall interest of the company comes first.
Grammar Patterns
(das) Gesamtinteresse (as subject/object) a noun used as a subject or object Das Gesamtinteresse muss Vorrang haben.
Similar Words
Synonyms: collective interest, public interest
Etymology
From 'gesamt' (total) and 'Interesse' (interest). 'Intereß' is the old spelling.
Memory Tips
Refers to the interest of the whole group, not individuals. Note the old spelling with 'ß'; the modern spelling is 'Gesamtinteresse'.