die Überbrückungshilfe
Translation
bridging aid, interim financial assistance, stopgap funding
Examples
Die Firma beantragt Überbrückungshilfe.
The company is applying for bridging aid.
Die Regierung gewährt kleinen Betrieben Überbrückungshilfe.
The government grants bridging aid to small businesses.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to apply for/receive sth. The company is applying for bridging aid.
Similar Words
finanzielle Unterstützung, Subvention, Zuschuss
Etymology
Composed of 'Überbrückung' (bridging) and 'Hilfe' (help). This is 'help' that 'bridges' a gap, typically financial.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'bridging' aid. It's 'help' (Hilfe) to build a 'bridge' (Brücke) over a tough time.