die Sterbehilfe
Translation
euthanasia, assisted suicide
Examples
Die Debatte über Sterbehilfe ist kontrovers.
The debate about euthanasia is controversial.
Manche Länder haben Sterbehilfe legalisiert.
Some countries have legalised euthanasia.
Grammar Patterns
to discuss ((sth.)) to discuss (sth.) The politicians are discussing euthanasia.
to legalise ((sth.)) to legalise (sth.) Some countries want to legalise euthanasia.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Euthanasie, assistierter Suizid (assisted suicide)
Etymology
A compound of 'sterben' (to die) and 'Hilfe' (help). It literally means "death help".
Memory Tips
This is a very direct compound word. Breaking it down into 'sterbe' (die) and 'Hilfe' (help) makes its meaning transparent.