Rechtsbruch
derNounbreach of law, violation of law
English translations
- 01
breach of law
- 02
offense
Word details
- German meaning
- Eine Handlung, die gegen das Gesetz verstößt.
- English meaning
- Breach of law
- German example
- Der Diebstahl war ein klarer Rechtsbruch.
- English example
- The theft was a clear breach of law.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- der
- Singular Form
- der Rechtsbruch
- Plural Form
- die Rechtsbrüche
Related words
- Gesetzesverstoß
violation of law
- Gesetzesübertretung
Violation of law, offense
- Illegalität
Illegality
- Menschenrechtsverletzung
A human rights violation is an act or omission that violates internationally recognized human rights.
Example sentences with “Rechtsbruch”
Das war ein klarer Rechtsbruch. (That was a clear breach of law.)
Frequently asked questions
Is Rechtsbruch synonymous with Straftat?
While related, 'Rechtsbruch' is a broader term for any violation of legal rules (der Rechtsbruch).