die Krankmeldung
Translation
sick note, report of illness, doctor's note
Examples
Ich brauche eine Krankmeldung für meinen Arbeitgeber.
I need a sick note for my employer.
Die Krankmeldung muss bis zum dritten Tag vorliegen.
The doctor's note must be submitted by the third day.
Grammar Patterns
eine Krankmeldung ((bei+3)) einreichen to submit a sick note (to sb./sth.) He has to submit the sick note to his employer.
eine Krankmeldung ((für+4)) benötigen to need a sick note (for sth.) I need a sick note for the university.
Similar Words
die Krankschreibung, das Attest
Etymology
A compound word from 'krank' (sick) and 'Meldung' (report, notification). Literally a 'sick report'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'melding' or report that you are 'krank' (sick). This is the official document you give to your employer.