brotherhood

• Substantiv, das eine enge Verbundenheit oder Gemeinschaft zwischen Menschen bezeichnet, oft auf gemeinsamen Interessen, Berufen oder gegenseitiger Unterstützung beruhend, ähnlich dem Verhältnis zwischen Brüdern. Bezeichnet auch eine Vereinigung oder Organisation mit solchem Zusammenhalt.

A noun referring to a bond or association between people, often based on shared interests, occupation, or mutual support, similar to the relationship between brothers.

1. Kinship relationB1formal

   The bond or relationship between male siblings.

   Bruderschaft

   • The brotherhood between the two princes was strong despite their rivalry.
   • He felt a deep sense of brotherhood with his younger sibling.
   • Their brotherhood was tested during the family crisis.

   Synonymefraternity

2. Occupational groupB2formal

   A group of people who share the same profession or trade.

   Berufsgruppe

   • The brotherhood of doctors works tirelessly to save lives.
   • He joined the brotherhood of electricians after completing his apprenticeship.
   • The brotherhood of artists often collaborates on large projects.

   Synonymeassociationfellowshipfraternityguildleagueordersocietyunion

3. Fraternal feelingB2formal

   The sense of mutual support and loyalty among men, akin to that of brothers.

   Brüderlichkeit

   • The soldiers shared a strong brotherhood forged in battle.
   • He spoke of the brotherhood that united the team during the tournament.
   • The concept of brotherhood is central to many fraternal organizations.

   Synonymecamaraderiecomradeshipfellowshipfraternitykinship

4. Labor unionB2formalbusiness

   An organization formed by workers to negotiate with employers for better conditions.

   Gewerkschaft

   • The brotherhood of railway workers went on strike for higher wages.
   • He became a member of the brotherhood representing factory employees.
   • The brotherhood negotiated a new contract with the management.

   Synonymelabor uniontrade unionunion