das Betreuungsgericht
Translation
guardianship court, probate court (in some contexts)
Examples
Das Betreuungsgericht bestellt einen gesetzlichen Betreuer.
The guardianship court appoints a legal guardian.
Der Antrag wird beim Betreuungsgericht gestellt.
The application is filed with the guardianship court.
Grammar Patterns
to petition the guardianship court das Betreuungsgericht anrufen You have to petition the guardianship court for a guardian.
at the guardianship court bei dem Betreuungsgericht The hearing takes place at the guardianship court.
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Etymology
Composed of 'Betreuung' (guardianship, care) + '-s-' (linking element) + 'Gericht' (court). Literally a 'guardianship-court'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Gericht' (court) that specifically handles cases of legal 'Betreuung' (guardianship) for adults who cannot manage their own affairs.