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Erziehungsberechtigte

person with parental responsibility, legal guardian

noun ent-shta-TSYOHN Rare

Usage Note

Erziehungsberechtigte (masculine der, feminine die) is the standard legal and official term for anyone holding parental authority over a child, whether a parent or legal guardian. School letters, medical consents, and official notices are addressed to die Erziehungsberechtigten.

Examples

"Die Schule lud alle Erziehungsberechtigten zu einem Informationsabend ein."

Natural Translation

The school invited all persons with parental responsibility to an information evening.

Literal Translation

The school invited all persons with parental authority to an information evening.

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