der Gewerkschaftsverband
Translation
labor union federation, confederation of trade unions, trade union association
Examples
Der Gewerkschaftsverband vertritt viele Arbeiter.
The labor union federation represents many workers.
Er ist Mitglied in einem großen Gewerkschaftsverband.
He is a member of a large labor union federation.
Grammar Patterns
(Subject) as a subject Der Gewerkschaftsverband fordert höhere Löhne.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gewerkschaftsbund, Arbeitnehmerorganisation
Etymology
Composed of 'Gewerkschaft' (labor union) and 'Verband' (association, federation).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Verband' (which can also mean 'bandage') that 'binds' several unions together.