Recht
das B1 Noun
English Translation
right, law
What does „Recht" mean in English?
„Recht" is a German noun (das) meaning "right, law" in English. CEFR Level B1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.
Grammar
Gender
das Recht
Plural
Recht-e
Example Sentences
1
Nach deutschem Recht kann er dafür nicht bestraft werden.
According to German law he cannot be punished for that.
2
Ich hatte Vorfahrt. Ich war im Recht.
I had the right of way. I was in the right.
3
Die Rechnung stimmt nicht? Dann haben Sie das Recht, das Geld zurückzubekommen.
The bill is incorrect? Then you have the right to get the money back.
CEFR Level
B1
Intermediate — main points on familiar topics, travel, and interests.
This word is part of the official Goethe-Institut B1 vocabulary list.
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