die Maskenpflicht
Translation
mask mandate, mandatory mask-wearing
Examples
Die Regierung hat eine Maskenpflicht eingeführt.
The government has introduced a mask mandate.
In Bussen und Bahnen gilt die Maskenpflicht.
The mask mandate applies on buses and trains.
Grammar Patterns
die Maskenpflicht gilt the mask mandate applies The mask mandate applies in the subway.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Vorschrift (regulation), Regelung (rule)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Masken' (masks) + 'Pflicht' (duty, obligation). Literally 'mask duty'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Masken' (masks) + 'Pflicht' (duty). It's a very logical compound noun.