das Familienschicksal
Translation
family's fate, family destiny
Examples
Der Roman beschreibt ein tragisches Familienschicksal.
The novel describes a tragic family fate.
Das ist ein schweres Familienschicksal.
That is a heavy family fate.
Grammar Patterns
to describe a ((tragic)) family fate The novel describes a tragic family fate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Familiengeschichte (family history)
Etymology
Composed of 'Familie' (family) and 'Schicksal' (fate, destiny). Literally 'family fate'.
Memory Tips
Think of this as the destiny or major life events that affect an entire family, often used in the context of novels or historical accounts.