welfare

US /ˈwel.fer/
UK /ˈwel.fer/
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1.

bienestar, prosperidad

the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group

:
We are concerned about the welfare of the children.
Nos preocupa el bienestar de los niños.
The organization works for the welfare of animals.
La organización trabaja por el bienestar de los animales.
2.

bienestar social, ayuda social

financial support given to people in need

:
Many families rely on welfare benefits to survive.
Muchas familias dependen de los beneficios de bienestar social para sobrevivir.
The government provides welfare programs for the unemployed.
El gobierno ofrece programas de bienestar social para los desempleados.