der Gesamtschuldner
Translation
joint and several debtor, co-debtor
Examples
Beide Partner sind Gesamtschuldner für den Kredit.
Both partners are joint debtors for the loan.
Die Bank kann von jedem Gesamtschuldner die volle Summe fordern.
The bank can demand the full sum from any joint debtor.
Grammar Patterns
to be considered ((as sth.)) to be considered as joint debtors The spouses are considered joint debtors.
Similar Words
Mitschuldner (co-debtor), Bürge (guarantor)
Etymology
From 'Gesamt' (total, joint) and 'Schuldner' (debtor). A debtor responsible for the 'total' debt along with others.
Memory Tips
Think of a group ('Gesamt') of people all sharing the same 'Schuld' (debt). Each one is responsible for the whole amount.