Das Zivilrecht
Example: Das Zivilrecht regelt die Beziehungen zwischen Privatpersonen.
Definition
"Das Zivilrecht" refers to the branch of law that governs the relationships and legal affairs between private individuals, covering matters such as contracts, property, family, and obligations, distinct from criminal or public law.
Etymology
The term "das Zivilrecht" originates from the German words 'Zivil,' meaning 'civil' or 'relating to citizens,' and 'Recht,' meaning 'law.' It reflects the legal system concerned with citizens' private rights and duties, tracing back to Roman law traditions and adapted into modern German legal terminology.
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"Das Zivilrecht" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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