das Wohlergehen
Translation
well-being, welfare, prosperity
Examples
Das Wohlergehen der Bürger ist wichtig.
The well-being of the citizens is important.
Er sorgt für das Wohlergehen seiner Familie.
He provides for the well-being of his family.
Grammar Patterns
the well-being of ((sb./sth.)) the well-being of sb./sth. das Wohlergehen der Kinder
to provide for ((the well-being)) to provide for the well-being Er sorgt für das Wohlergehen seiner Familie.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Wohlbefinden (well-being), Gesundheit (health); Antonyms: Leid (suffering), Unglück (misfortune)
Etymology
From 'wohl' (well) + 'ergehen' (to fare, to go). It literally means 'faring well'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'well-going'. It refers to the overall state of being well, including health, happiness, and prosperity.