das Vermögen
Translation
assets, fortune, wealth, property
Examples
Die Verwaltung des Vermögens ist komplex.
The administration of the assets is complex.
Ein Teil seines Vermögens wird gespendet.
A part of his fortune will be donated.
Grammar Patterns
of the assets ((genitive)) des Vermögens The administration of the assets is complex.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Reichtum, Besitz; Antonyms: Schulden (debts), Armut (poverty)
Etymology
From the verb 'vermögen' (to be able to). 'Vermögen' originally meant 'ability' or 'capacity', which extended to the material 'assets' one possesses.
Memory Tips
Think of what you are 'able' (vermögen) to do with your assets (Vermögen).