der Gefahrübergang
Translation
transfer of risk, passing of risk
Examples
Der Gefahrübergang erfolgt bei Übergabe der Ware.
The transfer of risk occurs upon handover of the goods.
Der Zeitpunkt des Gefahrübergangs ist im Vertrag geregelt.
The time of the transfer of risk is stipulated in the contract.
Grammar Patterns
der Gefahrübergang the transfer of risk The transfer of risk is an important point in the sales contract.
Similar Words
Risikoübertragung (risk transfer)
Etymology
Compounded from 'Gefahr' (danger, risk) and 'Übergang' (transition, transfer). Literally 'risk-transfer'.
Memory Tips
Picture a package being handed over. At that moment, the 'Gefahr' (danger) of it breaking 'geht über' (goes over) from the seller to the buyer.