die Interessenvertretung
Translation
representation of interests, interest group, advocacy group, lobby
Examples
Die Gewerkschaft ist eine starke Interessenvertretung.
The trade union is a strong interest group.
Die Interessenvertretung der Industrie hat großen Einfluss.
The industry's representation of interests has great influence.
Grammar Patterns
die Interessenvertretung ((für+4 / von+3)) the representation of interests for/of... Die Interessenvertretung für die Angestellten ist die Gewerkschaft.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Lobby, Verband (association), Gewerkschaft (trade union)
Etymology
Composed of 'Interessen' (interests) and 'Vertretung' (representation). It refers to an organization or activity that 'represents' the interests of a specific group.
Memory Tips
Think of it as an organization for the 'representation' ('Vertretung') of a group's 'interests' ('Interessen').