der Staatsvertrag
Translation
state treaty, international treaty
Examples
Die beiden Länder unterzeichneten einen Staatsvertrag.
The two countries signed a state treaty.
Der Staatsvertrag wurde vom Parlament ratifiziert.
The state treaty was ratified by the parliament.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) unterzeichnen to sign ((sth.)) They signed a state treaty.
Similar Words
Synonyms: internationaler Vertrag, Abkommen
Etymology
From 'Staat' (state) + 's' (linking element) + 'Vertrag' (contract, treaty). Literally 'state contract'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'Vertrag' (contract/treaty) between 'Staaten' (states).