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Ortsverein

local branch (of a club or party), local association

noun ORTS-fer-ine Rare
People & Society Community

Usage Note

Ortsverein is the grassroots local unit of a national organisation — most commonly a political party, trade union, or charity. Membership is the entry point for civic participation in Germany.

Examples

"Sie ist seit Jahren aktives Mitglied im Ortsverein des Roten Kreuzes."

Natural Translation

She has been an active member of the local Red Cross branch for years.

Literal Translation

She is since years active member in-the local-branch of-the Red Cross.

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