Patchworkfamilie
blended family / stepfamily
Advanced Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈpɛt͡ʃvɔʁkfaˌmiːliə/
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Cultural Note
Patchworkfamilie is a uniquely German compound using the English word 'patchwork.' It has become the standard term for blended families in German. About 7-13% of German families are Patchworkfamilien, and the concept is widely discussed in German media and family counseling.
📝 Example Sentences
Wir sind eine Patchworkfamilie mit fünf Kindern.
We are a blended family with five children.
In einer Patchworkfamilie muss man viel Geduld haben.
In a blended family you need a lot of patience.