die Wohlfahrtspflege
Translation
social welfare, social work, public assistance, charity
Examples
Sie arbeitet in der öffentlichen Wohlfahrtspflege.
She works in public social services.
Die Wohlfahrtspflege kümmert sich um Bedürftige.
Social welfare cares for the needy.
Grammar Patterns
((in social welfare)) in the field of social welfare She is active in social welfare.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Sozialwesen, Fürsorge, Caritas
Etymology
A compound word from 'Wohlfahrt' (welfare) and 'Pflege' (care). It literally means 'welfare-care'.
Memory Tips
Deconstruct the word: 'Wohl' (well) + 'Fahrt' (journey) + 'Pflege' (care). Imagine it as 'care for a good journey' in life.