die Strafdrohung
Translation
threat of punishment, commination, penal threat
Examples
Die Strafdrohung soll abschreckend wirken.
The threat of punishment is intended to be a deterrent.
Im Gesetz ist eine klare Strafdrohung enthalten.
The law contains a clear threat of punishment.
Grammar Patterns
to issue a threat of punishment ((against sb./sth.)) eine Strafdrohung ((gegen+4)) aussprechen The state issues a threat of punishment against lawbreakers.
Similar Words
Warnung (warning), Einschüchterung (intimidation)
Etymology
Composed of 'Strafe' (punishment) and 'Drohung' (threat).
Memory Tips
Think of it literally as a 'punishment threat'. A 'Drohung' (threat) of a 'Strafe' (punishment).