die Spendenaktion, -en
donation drive · fundraising campaign · fundraiser
The German word "Spendenaktion" is a compound noun made up of two parts:
- Spenden: from the verb spenden, meaning "to donate" or "to give (charity)".
- Aktion: meaning "action", "campaign", or "drive".
Spendenaktion therefore means a "donation campaign" or "charity drive" — an organized effort to collect donations for a cause.
Similar words:
- Spendenkampagne (donation campaign)
- Spendenaufruf (appeal for donations)
- Benefizveranstaltung (charity event)
Differences:
- Spendenkampagne emphasizes a more extended or formal campaign.
- Spendenaufruf refers to a call for donations, usually a one-time appeal.
- Benefizveranstaltung highlights an event organized to raise donations, often with entertainment.
"Spendenaktion" generally refers to any organized activity aimed at collecting donations, whether a short-term event or campaign.
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Examples
Die Spendenaktion war ein großer Erfolg.noun
The donation drive was a big success.
Mehrere Spendenaktionen wurden für die Opfer des Sturms organisiert.noun
Several fundraising campaigns were organized for the victims of the storm.
Wer hilft bei der Organisation der Spendenaktion?noun
Who is helping with the organization of the fundraiser?
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