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Schadensersatz
German → American English
American English
damages
Geldleistung zum Ausgleich eines entstandenen Schadens; rechtliche Entschädigung für Verlust oder Schaden.
Nach dem Unfall verlangte er Schadensersatz von der Versicherung.Use Schadensersatz for compensation for a loss or damage, especially in legal or insurance contexts. It often appears in phrases like Schadensersatz verlangen or Schadensersatzanspruch.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Schadensersatz mean in English?
Schadensersatz means damages or compensation for damage or loss.
Is Schadensersatz the same as Entschädigung?
They are close in meaning, but Schadensersatz is used more for legal compensation for damage, while Entschädigung is broader.
How do you use Schadensersatz in a sentence?
For example: Ich verlange Schadensersatz. = I am claiming damages.