das Ehrenamt
Translation
volunteering, voluntary work, honorary position
Examples
Die Bedeutung des Ehrenamtes ist groß.
The importance of volunteering is great.
Grammar Patterns
to do volunteer work ein Ehrenamt ausüben She does volunteer work at the hospital.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Freiwilligenarbeit (volunteer work), bürgerschaftliches Engagement (civic engagement)
Etymology
From 'Ehre' (honor) + 'Amt' (office). Literally an 'office of honor'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as an 'honorable position' – a role you take on for honor and community benefit, not for payment.