prosperity
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prosperity
A state in which a person or society has enough material goods and financial means to lead a comfortable life.
Nach dem Krieg erlebte das Land einen wachsenden Wohlstand.
After the war, the country experienced growing prosperity.
'Wohlstand' (prosperity) is made up of 'wohl' (well, pleasant) and 'der Stand' (state, status). So it literally describes a good state, especially in material and financial terms.
Sie hat hart gearbeitet, um ihrer Familie diesen Wohlstand zu ermöglichen.
She worked hard to make this prosperity possible for her family.
As an abstract noun, 'Wohlstand' (prosperity) is almost always used in the singular. The plural 'die Wohlstände' is very rare and is used only in special sociological or economic contexts.
Der allgemeine Wohlstand in der Bevölkerung ist gestiegen.
The general prosperity among the population has increased.
'Wohlstand' (prosperity) is often combined with verbs that describe a process. Typical phrases are 'Wohlstand schaffen' (to create prosperity), 'Wohlstand sichern' (to secure prosperity), 'Wohlstand genießen' (to enjoy prosperity), or 'in Wohlstand leben' (to live in prosperity).
Die Regierung möchte die Bedingungen für mehr Wohlstand schaffen.
The government wants to create the conditions for greater prosperity.
Common adjectives that describe 'Wohlstand' (prosperity) more closely are 'materieller' (material), 'persönlicher' (personal), 'wachsender' (growing), or 'allgemeiner' (general) prosperity.
Für viele Menschen ist materieller Wohlstand nicht das Wichtigste im Leben.
For many people, material prosperity is not the most important thing in life.
wealth / abundance
Reichtum and Wohlstand both describe favorable material circumstances. Reichtum particularly emphasizes great fortunes and extensive possessions, whereas Wohlstand refers more to a secure, comfortable life. Use Reichtum for exceptionally large possessions and Wohlstand for sufficient security and quality of life.
Der Wohlstand der Familie zeigte sich in ihrer sicheren Wohnung und ihrem komfortablen Alltag.
The family's prosperity was evident in their secure home and comfortable everyday life.
Der Reichtum des Unternehmers zeigte sich an seinen zahlreichen Häusern und wertvollen Bildern.
The entrepreneur's wealth was evident from his numerous houses and valuable paintings.
