cohesion / solidarity
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cohesion / solidarity
The feeling of connection and mutual support within a group of people. It describes strong internal cohesion and solidarity.
Der große Zusammenhalt im Team war der Schlüssel zum Erfolg.
The strong cohesion within the team was the key to success.
'Zusammenhalt' (cohesion / solidarity) is the nominalization of the separable verb 'zusammenhalten' (to stick together). It describes the result of this action: the feeling that a group 'zusammenhält' (sticks together).
In einer Krise müssen wir alle fest zusammenhalten.
In a crisis, we all have to stick together firmly.
This noun is often used with verbs such as 'stärken' (to strengthen), 'fördern' (to promote), or 'zeigen' (to show). Typical adjectives are 'stark' (strong), 'groß' (great), or 'enorm' (enormous).
Gemeinsame Aktivitäten können den Zusammenhalt in einer Klasse stärken.
Shared activities can strengthen cohesion in a class.
To name the group in which the cohesion exists, German usually uses the preposition 'in' (+ dative) for institutions or 'unter' (+ dative) for people.
Der Zusammenhalt in der Familie ist sehr wichtig.
Cohesion in the family is very important.
Because 'Zusammenhalt' (cohesion / solidarity) describes an abstract concept or feeling, it is almost exclusively used in the singular. A plural form is unusual.
Ohne Zusammenhalt kann kein Team erfolgreich sein.
Without cohesion, no team can be successful.
solidarity
Both words describe support within a group. Solidarität usually emphasizes concrete support or taking someone’s side based on shared interests, values, or goals; Zusammenhalt refers more generally to a group’s internal cohesion. Use Solidarität for specific support and Zusammenhalt for lasting unity.
Der Zusammenhalt im Team half allen, die schwierige Zeit zu überstehen.
The team’s cohesion helped everyone get through the difficult time.
Die Beschäftigten zeigten Solidarität mit den streikenden Kolleginnen.
The employees showed solidarity with their striking colleagues.
