die Zwangsverheiratungen
Translation
forced marriages
Examples
Zwangsverheiratungen sind eine schwere Menschenrechtsverletzung.
Forced marriages are a serious violation of human rights.
Grammar Patterns
to fight against ((sth.)) Organizations fight against forced marriages.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Zwangsehe (forced marriage); Antonyms: die Liebesheirat (love marriage)
Etymology
Composed of 'Zwang' (compulsion, force) and 'Verheiratung' (marriage). Literally 'force-marriages'.
Memory Tips
Recognize 'Zwang' as 'force' or 'compulsion'. The rest of the word, 'Verheiratung', is related to 'heiraten' (to marry).