der Erbvertrag
Translation
inheritance contract, contract of succession
Examples
Sie haben einen Erbvertrag abgeschlossen.
They have concluded an inheritance contract.
Der Erbvertrag regelt die Erbfolge.
The inheritance contract regulates the order of succession.
Grammar Patterns
to conclude/draw up ((an inheritance contract)) The married couple are concluding an inheritance contract.
Similar Words
das Testament (will/testament)
Etymology
This is a compound noun formed from 'Erbe' (inheritance) and 'Vertrag' (contract). Literally, an 'inheritance contract'.
Memory Tips
Deconstruct the word to understand its meaning: 'Erb-' (related to inheriting) + 'vertrag' (contract). A contract concerning inheritance.