gemeinschaft

== English == === Alternative forms === Gemeinschaft === Etymology === From German Gemeinschaft (“community”), equivalent to gemein (“common”) +‎ -schaft (“-ship”). More at mean, -ship. Compare to English gesellschaft. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ɡəˈmaɪnʃɑːft/, /ɡəˈmaɪnʃæft/ === Noun === gemeinschaft (plural gemeinschafts or gemeinschaften) An association or group of individuals sharing common beliefs, attitudes, and tastes; a fellowship. (sociology) A society or group characterized by a strong sense of common identity, personal relationships, and attachments to various concerns. ==== Quotations ====