der Anspruch
Translation
claim, right, entitlement, standard
Examples
Er hat Anspruch auf eine Entschädigung.
He is entitled to compensation.
Das ist ein Film mit hohem Anspruch.
That is a demanding film.
Sie nimmt seine Hilfe in Anspruch.
She avails herself of his help.
Grammar Patterns
Anspruch ((auf+4)) a right/claim (to sth.) She is entitled to a vacation.
et4 in Anspruch nehmen to make use of (sth.), to require (sth.) The trip requires a lot of time.
Ansprüche ((an+4)) stellen to make demands (on sb./sth.) He makes high demands on himself.
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Etymology
Composed of 'an-' (at, to) and 'Spruch' (saying, verdict), which comes from 'sprechen' (to speak). The idea is 'speaking to' or addressing something to claim it.
Memory Tips
Connect 'Anspruch' with 'an' (at) and 'sprechen' (to speak). Imagine 'speaking at' a counter to make a claim.