das Auffangnetz
Translation
safety net, catch net
Examples
Das soziale System dient als Auffangnetz.
The social system serves as a safety net.
Der Zirkusartist fiel in das Auffangnetz.
The circus artist fell into the safety net.
Grammar Patterns
to serve as a safety net for ((sb.)) ((j-m)) als Auffangnetz dienen The social system serves as a safety net for the unemployed.
to fall into ((the safety net)) in ((das Auffangnetz)) fallen The artist fell into the safety net.
Similar Words
das Sicherheitsnetz (safety net)
Etymology
From 'auf' (up, on) + 'fangen' (to catch) + 'Netz' (net). Literally a 'catch-net'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a net (Netz) designed to catch (fangen) something or someone falling.