die Abtretung
Translation
assignment, cession, transfer, resignation
Examples
Die Abtretung der Forderung ist wirksam.
The assignment of the claim is valid.
Die Abtretung von Gebieten führte zu Protesten.
The cession of territories led to protests.
Grammar Patterns
the assignment of ((sth.)) to ((sb.)) Die Abtretung der Rechte an den Verlag war schnell erledigt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: assignment, transfer, cession; Antonyms: acceptance, acquisition
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'abtreten' (to cede, resign). It combines 'ab-' (away) and 'treten' (to step). The suffix '-ung' creates a feminine noun, signifying the act of 'stepping away'.
Memory Tips
Visualize 'stepping away' from a claim or position. This action is the 'Abtretung' or assignment.