die Hinterlassenschaften
Translation
legacy, bequest, estate, remains
Examples
Er regelte seine Hinterlassenschaften.
He settled his estate.
Die archäologischen Hinterlassenschaften sind bedeutend.
The archaeological remains are significant.
Grammar Patterns
to settle one's estate seine/ihre Hinterlassenschaften regeln Er regelte seine Hinterlassenschaften.
the legacy/remains of ((sb.)) die Hinterlassenschaften ((von j-m)) The artist's legacy was put on display.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Erbe, Nachlass, Vermächtnis
Etymology
Composed of 'hinter' (behind) + 'lassen' (to leave) + '-schaft' (noun suffix). It literally means 'that which is left behind'.
Memory Tips
Visualize what a person 'leaves behind' after they're gone. This can be physical property (estate) or intangible things (legacy).