die Haftung
Translation
liability, responsibility, adhesion
Examples
Die Firma übernimmt keine Haftung für Schäden.
The company assumes no liability for damages.
Die Haftung ist auf 1000 Euro beschränkt.
The liability is limited to 1000 euros.
Eltern haften für ihre Kinder.
Parents are liable for their children.
Grammar Patterns
((to assume)) ((liability for sth.)) to assume liability for sth. The company assumes liability for the product.
((to exclude)) ((liability)) to exclude liability Liability for consequential damages is excluded.
Similar Words
Verantwortung (responsibility), Gewährleistung (warranty)
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'haften' (to be liable, to adhere/stick). The suffix '-ung' forms a feminine noun.
Memory Tips
The verb 'haften' also means 'to stick'. Imagine a problem is 'stuck' to you, and that's your liability.