die Rechtspersonen
Translation
legal entities, legal persons
Examples
Unternehmen sind juristische Rechtspersonen.
Companies are legal entities.
Grammar Patterns
to be considered a legal entity als Rechtsperson gelten A foundation can be considered a legal entity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: juristische Person (legal person), Körperschaft (corporation)
Etymology
From 'Recht' (law) + 'Personen' (persons). Literally 'persons of law'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'person' (Person) that exists in the eyes of the 'law' (Recht), like a company. Contrast with 'natürliche Person' (natural person, a human).