gemeinnützig
Translation
nonprofit, charitable, public-benefit
Examples
Der Verein ist als gemeinnützig anerkannt.
The association is recognized as a nonprofit.
Sie leistet gemeinnützige Arbeit für die Gemeinde.
She does charitable work for the community.
Grammar Patterns
to be (recognized as) nonprofit The organization is nonprofit.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wohltätig, karitativ; Antonyms: eigennützig (selfish), gewinnorientiert (profit-oriented)
Etymology
From 'gemein' (common) and 'nützig' (useful). Literally 'common-useful', meaning useful for the community.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'community utility'. Something that has utility for the common good.