das Sorgerecht
Translation
custody, parental rights
Examples
Die Eltern teilen sich das Sorgerecht.
The parents share custody.
Sie hat das alleinige Sorgerecht beantragt.
She has applied for sole custody.
Grammar Patterns
to have custody ((of sb.)) das Sorgerecht ((für j-n)) haben The mother has sole custody of the child.
to apply for custody das Sorgerecht beantragen He applied for custody after the divorce.
Similar Words
Vormundschaft (guardianship)
Etymology
Composed of 'Sorge' (care, concern) and 'Recht' (right, law). Literally means 'the right to care'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'right' (Recht) to 'care' (Sorge) for a child, especially after a separation.