das Staatsrecht
Translation
constitutional law, public law, state law
Examples
Er studiert Staatsrecht an der Universität.
He is studying constitutional law at the university.
Das Staatsrecht regelt die Organisation des Staates.
Constitutional law regulates the organisation of the state.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) studieren to study ((sth.)) He studies constitutional law.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Verfassungsrecht, öffentliches Recht
Etymology
From 'Staat' (state) + 's' (linking element) + 'Recht' (law). Literally 'state's law'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'right' or 'law' (Recht) that defines the 'state' (Staat).