die Hinterbliebenenleistungen
Translation
survivor's benefits, dependents' benefits
Examples
Die Versicherung zahlt Hinterbliebenenleistungen.
The insurance company pays survivor's benefits.
Sie hat einen Antrag auf Hinterbliebenenleistungen gestellt.
She has applied for survivor's benefits.
Grammar Patterns
to apply for ((sth.)) The widow applies for survivor's benefits.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Witwenrente (widow's pension), Waisenrente (orphan's pension)
Etymology
From 'Hinter-' (behind) + 'bliebenen' (those left) + 'Leistungen' (benefits). Literally 'benefits for those left behind'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'Leistungen' (payments/benefits) for the family left 'hinter' (behind) after someone passes away.