der Schutzwald
Translation
protection forest, protective forest
Examples
Der Schutzwald bewahrt das Dorf vor Lawinen.
The protection forest saves the village from avalanches.
Die Pflege des Schutzwaldes ist sehr aufwendig.
The maintenance of the protection forest is very elaborate.
Grammar Patterns
der Schutzwald the protection forest The protection forest is crucial for the valley's safety.
Similar Words
der Bannwald (protected forest), der Lawinenwald (avalanche protection forest)
Etymology
Composed of 'Schutz' (protection) and 'Wald' (forest). Literally, a 'protection forest'.
Memory Tips
Picture a forest ('Wald') acting as a giant shield to provide protection ('Schutz') against avalanches.