das Gesetzbuch
Translation
code of law, statute book, codex
Examples
Das Bürgerliche Gesetzbuch ist sehr umfangreich.
The German Civil Code is very extensive.
Der Anwalt schlug im Gesetzbuch nach.
The lawyer looked it up in the code of law.
Grammar Patterns
to look ((sth.)) up in the code of law The lawyer looks up the paragraph in the code of law.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kodex (codex), Verfassung (constitution)
Etymology
Composed of 'Gesetz' (law) and 'Buch' (book). Literally 'law book'.
Memory Tips
Visualize a very thick, important 'Buch' (book) filled with 'Gesetze' (laws).