das Betreuungsgericht
Translation
guardianship court, court of protection
Examples
Das Betreuungsgericht bestellt einen gesetzlichen Betreuer.
The guardianship court appoints a legal guardian.
Der Antrag wird beim Betreuungsgericht gestellt.
The application is filed with the guardianship court.
Grammar Patterns
to apply to the guardianship court das Betreuungsgericht anrufen You have to apply to the guardianship court for a guardian.
at the guardianship court bei dem Betreuungsgericht The hearing takes place at the guardianship court.
Similar Words
Vormundschaftsgericht (former term), Familiengericht (family court)
Etymology
Composed of 'Betreuung' (guardianship, care) + '-s-' (linking element) + 'Gericht' (court). Literally a 'guardianship-court'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Gericht' (court) that specifically handles cases of legal 'Betreuung' (guardianship) for adults who cannot manage their own affairs.