die Widerrufsbelehrung
Translation
cancellation policy, instructions on the right of withdrawal, revocation notice
Examples
Bitte lesen Sie die Widerrufsbelehrung sorgfältig durch.
Please read the cancellation policy carefully.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.acc)) read to read sth. You must read the Widerrufsbelehrung.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Stornierungsbedingungen (cancellation terms), Rücktrittsrecht (right of rescission).
Etymology
From 'Widerruf' (revocation) + '-s-' + 'Belehrung' (instruction). 'Wider' means 'against' and 'rufen' is 'to call', so it's a 'calling back'. 'Belehrung' comes from 'lehren' (to teach).
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'instruction' (Belehrung) on how to 'call back' (Widerruf) a purchase.