No. 3,377 in German
hilfswerks
"Hilfswerks" refers to a relief organization or aid agency.
In a sentence
Das Hilfswerk organisiert eine Spendenkampagne für Bedürftige.
The aid organization is organizing a donation campaign for those in need.
'Hilfswerk' is used here to refer to the organization that provides aid or assistance.
Die Unterstützung durch das Hilfswerk hat vielen Menschen geholfen.
The support provided by the aid organization has helped many people.
In this sentence, 'Hilfswerk' represents a structured entity that delivers assistance, focusing on its role and output.
Er spendete Geld an das lokale Hilfswerk.
He donated money to the local aid organization.
Here, 'Hilfswerk' indicates the recipient of the donation, contextualizing its role as a community-based entity dedicated to providing help.
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