der Erlass
Translation
decree, edict, remission, waiver
Examples
Der Minister unterzeichnete den Erlass.
The minister signed the decree.
Er hofft auf einen Erlass seiner Schulden.
He is hoping for a remission of his debts.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) a remission/decree of sth. The remission of his debts was approved.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Dekret (decree), Verordnung (ordinance); Antonyms: Verzicht (waiver)
Etymology
From the verb erlassen (to issue, to remit), from er- + lassen (to let, to leave). Something 'let out' or 'let go of'.
Memory Tips
A king 'lets' (lässt) a command go out ('er-') -> der Erlass. A bank 'lets' you go ('er-') from your debt -> der Erlass.