Nachlaß, Nachlässe
estate
The German word "Nachlass" is a noun that means "inheritance," "legacy," or "estate." It is derived from the components "nach" (after) and "laß," which relates to "to let go" or "to leave behind." "Nachlass" typically refers to the assets or property left behind by someone who has passed away.
Similar words in German include "Erbe" (heir or inheritance) and "Vermächtnis" (bequest or legacy).
Differences:
- Erbe primarily refers to the person receiving the inheritance or the act of inheriting itself.
- Vermächtnis typically emphasizes a specific item or arrangement made in a will, as opposed to the overall estate denoted by "Nachlass."
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Examples
Der Nachlaß des Autors wurde archiviert.other
The estate of the author was archived.
Sein Nachlaß enthält viele persönliche Briefe und Dokumente.other
His estate contains many personal letters and documents.
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