der Härtefall
Translation
hardship case, case of hardship
Examples
Sein Antrag wurde als Härtefall anerkannt.
His application was recognized as a hardship case.
Es gibt eine Härtefallregelung für Studenten.
There is a hardship provision for students.
Grammar Patterns
to be considered a hardship case His application was recognized as a hardship case.
to be a hardship case This is a clear hardship case.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Notfall (emergency), Sonderfall (special case)
Etymology
From 'Härte' (hardness, hardship) + 'Fall' (case). Literally a 'hardship case'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'hard case' – a situation that is particularly difficult and requires special consideration.