German word

Altersheim

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaltɐsˌhaɪ̯m/

Meaning

  • neuter nounretirement home

Example

Mein Großvater lebt im Altersheim.

My grandfather lives in a retirement home.

Illustration for Altersheim (retirement home)

More examples

Im Altersheim finden täglich gemeinsame Aktivitäten statt.

Every day, shared activities take place at the retirement home.

Core concept

A communal residence where older adults have a home base and support nearby.

Common phrases

  • einen Platz im Altersheim beantragen

    apply for a place in a retirement home

  • aus dem Altersheim ausziehen

    move out of the retirement home

Similar words

Altenheim: A communal home providing meals and help with everyday tasks for older adults.
Pflegeheim: A care facility focused on continuous nursing, personal care, and medical support.
Betreutes Wohnen: A housing arrangement offering optional help while residents keep their own homes.
Seniorenresidenz: A service-rich residence designed for independent older adults seeking comfort and recreation.

Definition in German

Eine Einrichtung, in der ältere Personen wohnen und bei Bedarf pflegerische oder soziale Unterstützung erhalten.

Word origin

Altersheim combines Alter, meaning old age, with Heim, meaning home or dwelling, to form a compound for this type of residence.

Usage tips

  • Altersheim is neuter: das Altersheim, im Altersheim, and the plural is Altersheime.

Other meanings

  • nursing homenoun

Related words

  • Altenpflegeelderly carenoun
  • Altersteilzeitpartial retirementnoun

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