German word

Ortsverband

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈɔɐ̯tsfɛɐ̯ˌbant/

Meaning

  • masculine nounlocal branch

Example

In unserer Stadt gibt es einen aktiven Ortsverband.

Our city has an active local branch.

Illustration for Ortsverband (local branch)

More examples

Der Ortsverband organisiert regelmäßig Treffen und lokale Aktionen.

The local branch regularly organizes meetings and local activities.

Core concept

A local hub where members of a larger association coordinate their work.

Common phrases

  • Mitglied im Ortsverband

    member of the local branch

  • Sitzung im Ortsverband

    meeting at the local branch

  • Vorsitz im Ortsverband

    chairmanship of the local branch

Similar words

Ortsverein: A local association where residents or members organize activities.
Ortsgruppe: A local group belonging to a larger national organization.
Verband: An organization that brings several associations or groups together.
Kreisverband: A district-level branch coordinating units across a wider area.

Definition in German

Eine örtliche Gliederung einer Partei oder Vereinigung, die in einer Gemeinde oder Stadt Mitglieder organisiert und lokale Aufgaben übernimmt.

Word origin

Ortsverband was formed by combining the German nouns Ort and Verband, whose meanings identify a locality-based association.

Usage tips

  • Ortsverband often names a formal local unit rather than an informal group, especially in political or membership organizations.

Opposites

  • Zentralverbandcentral associationnoun

Related words

  • Ortsverbandsleitunglocal branch leadershipnoun
  • Ortsverbandsversammlunglocal branch assemblynoun

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