Aktenzeichen

The German word "Aktenzeichen" is a compound noun that means "file number" or "case number". It consists of two elements:

• "Akten": plural form of "die Akte," which means "file" related to documents or records.
• "Zeichen": which means "sign" or "mark".

"Aktenzeichen" refer to the unique identification number or code assigned to official documents, legal cases, or files, used for organization and reference within an administrative or legal context. It allows parties involved to reliably refer to a particular case or document.

Similar terms may include "Dokumentennummer" (document number), "Fallnummer" (case number), or "Referenznummer" (reference number). While these terms have similar practical applications by providing unique identifiers for various items, "Aktenzeichen" is specifically associated with official or legal files.