das Mitverschulden
Translation
contributory negligence, complicity, contributory fault
Examples
Das Gericht stellte ein Mitverschulden des Opfers fest.
The court determined contributory negligence on the part of the victim.
Grammar Patterns
ein Mitverschulden ((an et3)) contributory negligence ((in sth.)) He was proven to have contributory negligence in the accident.
Similar Words
Mitschuld, Teilschuld (partial fault)
Etymology
From 'Mit-' (co-, with) + 'Verschulden' (fault, blame). Literally 'co-fault' or 'fault with'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'mit' (with) + 'Verschulden' (fault). It's when you share the fault 'with' someone else.