German word

Altenheim

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaltn̩haɪ̯m/

Meaning

  • neuter nounnursing home

Example

Viele Altenheime brauchen mehr Personal.

Many nursing homes need more staff.

Illustration for Altenheim (nursing home)

More examples

Viele Senioren möchten nicht in ein Altenheim ziehen.

Many seniors do not want to move into a nursing home.

Core concept

A residential community for older people, with private living space and shared daily services.

Common phrases

  • in ein Altenheim ziehen

    move into a nursing home

  • im Altenheim leben

    live in a nursing home

  • einen Platz im Altenheim beantragen

    apply for a place in a nursing home

Similar words

Pflegeheim: A residential care facility staffed to provide regular nursing and medical assistance.
Seniorenheim: A residence for older people offering shared living and support with daily activities.
Betreutes Wohnen: A supported living arrangement for older people who remain largely independent.
Seniorenresidenz: A well-appointed residence for older people designed around comfort and quality amenities.

Definition in German

Altenheim ist ein Wohn- und Betreuungsort für Senioren, in dem tägliche Pflege und gemeinschaftliches Wohnen organisiert werden.

Word origin

The compound Altenheim joins the adjective alt with Heim, a Germanic noun for a home or dwelling.

Usage tips

  • Altenheim often emphasizes residence, while Pflegeheim more specifically highlights ongoing nursing care; the terms can overlap.

Other meanings

  • retirement homenoun
  • old people's homenoun

Opposites

  • häusliche Pflegehome carenoun
  • betreutes Wohnenassisted livingnoun

Related words

  • Altenheimbewohnernursing home residentnoun
  • Altenheimaufenthaltnursing home staynoun

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