Die Pflege
Example: Die Pflege älterer Menschen erfordert viel Geduld und Zeit.
Definition
"Die Pflege" refers to the care and support given to individuals, often the elderly or those in need, involving assistance with daily activities and medical needs. It emphasizes attentive and compassionate help to maintain or improve well-being.
Etymology
The word "die Pflege" comes from the German verb 'pflegen,' meaning to care for or maintain. Its roots trace back to Middle High German 'pflegen,' which originally meant to foster or cultivate. Did you know? The term evolved to emphasize nurturing and attentive care, especially in health contexts.
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"Die Pflege" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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