der Gewerkschaftsbund
Translation
trade union federation, confederation of trade unions
Examples
Der Gewerkschaftsbund fordert höhere Löhne.
The trade union federation is demanding higher wages.
Er ist Mitglied im Deutschen Gewerkschaftsbund.
He is a member of the German Trade Union Confederation.
Grammar Patterns
der Gewerkschaftsbund (as subject/object) the trade union federation The trade union federation is negotiating with the employers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Dachverband (umbrella organization), Vereinigung (union, association)
Etymology
From 'Gewerkschaft' (trade union) + '-s-' (linking element) + 'Bund' (federation, alliance). An alliance of trade unions.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Gewerkschaft' (union) + 'Bund' (federation, like in Bundesrepublik). It's a federation of unions.