noun

die Genossenschaft, -en

cooperative

Eine Gruppe von Menschen oder Firmen, die zusammen etwas besitzen oder machen und sich dabei gegenseitig helfen.

The German word "Genossenschaft" is a noun meaning "cooperative" or "association".

It is made up of the verb "genießen" (to enjoy/share) and the suffix "-schaft" (forming nouns related to a group or state).
The core idea is a group that shares or enjoys something together.

Similar words:

Differences:

Genossenschaft specifically refers to a formal, legally structured cooperative focused on economic collaboration and shared benefits (e.g., housing co-op, credit union).
Verein is more general and often used for clubs or non-economic associations.
Gemeinschaft means a community or social group, broader and less formal.
Kooperative is a direct loan from English and similarly means cooperative, often used in modern or specific contexts.

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Die Genossenschaft unterstützt ihre Mitglieder.noun

The cooperative supports its members.

Viele Menschen arbeiten in einer Genossenschaft zusammen.noun

Many people work together in a cooperative.

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