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noun

das Pflegeheim, -e

nursing home

Ein Ort, an dem alte oder kranke Menschen wohnen und Hilfe im Alltag sowie medizinische Betreuung bekommen.

Definition & meaning

A Pflegeheim is a residential facility that provides care, housing, and support for elderly, chronically ill, or disabled people who can no longer live independently in their own homes. These facilities offer 24-hour medical support, assistance with daily activities (such as washing, dressing, and eating), and professional nursing care.

Grammar & Word origin

  • Grammar: It is a compound neuter noun (das). The plural form is die Pflegeheime.
  • Word origin: It is a compound word consisting of:
    • Pflege: Derived from the verb pflegen , meaning "to care for," "to look after," or "to nurse."
    • Heim: Meaning "home," "residence," or "institution."

Together, the word literally translates to "care home."

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • Altenheim (focuses specifically on elderly residents)
  • Seniorenheim (focuses on seniors)
  • Altenpflegeheim (a more formal and specific term for elderly nursing homes)
  • Pflegestation (often refers to a specific ward or unit within a larger institution)

Antonyms:

  • Privathaushalt (private household/living at home independently)
  • eigene Wohnung (one's own apartment)

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Examples

Meine Großmutter lebt in einem Pflegeheim.noun

My grandmother lives in a nursing home.

Die Pflegeheime in dieser Region bieten viele Aktivitäten für Senioren an.noun

The nursing homes in this region offer many activities for seniors.

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