das Handelsgesetzbuch
Translation
Commercial Code
Examples
Das Handelsgesetzbuch regelt die Rechtsbeziehungen der Kaufleute.
The Commercial Code regulates the legal relationships of merchants.
Grammar Patterns
das Handelsgesetzbuch ((as subject)) The Commercial Code is very complex.
in dem Handelsgesetzbuch ((in+dat)) in the Commercial Code The regulation is in the Commercial Code.
Similar Words
Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch (Civil Code)
Etymology
From 'Handel' (trade/commerce) + 'Gesetz' (law) + 'Buch' (book). Literally 'trade law book'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'handbook' for 'Handel' (trade), a book of laws for commerce.