die Sterbehilfe
Translation
euthanasia, assisted suicide
Examples
Die Debatte über Sterbehilfe ist kontrovers.
The debate about euthanasia is controversial.
Manche Länder haben Sterbehilfe legalisiert.
Some countries have legalized euthanasia.
Grammar Patterns
to discuss ((sth.)) to discuss (sth.) The politicians are discussing euthanasia.
to legalize ((sth.)) to legalize (sth.) Some countries want to legalize euthanasia.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Euthanasie, assistierter Suizid (assisted suicide)
Etymology
A compound word from 'sterben' (to die) and 'Hilfe' (help). Literally, it translates to "death help".
Memory Tips
Think of this as a literal combination of its parts: 'sterbe' (die) + 'Hilfe' (help). This makes the concept easy to remember.