die Interessensvertretung
Translation
representation of interests, interest group, lobby, advocacy group
Examples
Die Gewerkschaft ist eine wichtige Interessensvertretung.
The trade union is an important interest group.
Er arbeitet für eine Interessensvertretung der Arbeitnehmer.
He works for a representation of employees' interests.
Grammar Patterns
the representation of interests ((of sb./sth.)) die Interessensvertretung j-s/von+3 The association is the interest group for small businesses.
Similar Words
Lobby, Verband, Gewerkschaft
Etymology
From 'Interessen' (interests) + 'Vertretung' (representation). Literally 'representation of interests'.
Memory Tips
Think of an organization that 'represents' (vertreten) the 'interests' (Interessen) of a specific group.