noun
der Ortsverband, ¨-e
local branch
The German word "Ortsverband" is a compound noun made up of:
- Ort: place, locality
- Verband: association, group, union
Meaning:
"Ortsverband" refers to a local branch or local chapter of an organization, association, or political party, typically representing a specific geographic area.
Similar words:
- Ortsgruppe (local group)
- Kreisverband (district association)
- Landesverband (state association)
Difference:
- Ortsgruppe usually emphasizes a smaller or less formal grouping.
- Kreisverband and Landesverband refer to larger administrative divisions (district, state).
- Ortsverband specifically denotes the local unit within the organizational hierarchy.
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Examples
Mehrere Ortsverbände trafen sich, um ein gemeinsames Projekt zu planen.noun
Several local branches met to plan a joint project.
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