Dorffeuerwehr

village fire brigade

noun DORF-foy-er-vayr Rare

Usage Note

Dorffeuerwehr is the voluntary fire brigade of a village, a central social institution in rural Germany. It organises not only firefighting but also community festivals and fundraisers, embodying local tradition and civic spirit.

Examples

"Die Dorffeuerwehr veranstaltet jedes Jahr ein Sommerfest für alle Einwohner."

Natural Translation

The village fire brigade holds a summer festival for all residents every year.

Literal Translation

The village-fire-brigade organises every year a summer-festival for all residents.

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