die Sachbeschädigung
Translation
property damage, criminal damage, vandalism
Examples
Er wurde wegen Sachbeschädigung angezeigt.
He was reported for property damage.
Graffiti ist eine Form der Sachbeschädigung.
Graffiti is a form of property damage.
Grammar Patterns
Sachbeschädigung ((an+dat)) damage to sth. The police are investigating property damage to the car.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vandalism, destruction; Antonyms: repair, restoration
Etymology
From 'Sache' (thing, object, property) and 'Beschädigung' (damage). Literally 'thing-damage' or 'property-damage'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Sache' (property) + 'Beschädigung' (damage). It's a very literal term for 'damage to property'.