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Zwangsvollstreckung

compulsory enforcement

noun TSVAHNG-sfol-shtrek-oong Rare
People & Society Money

Also means

forced execution

Usage Note

Zwangsvollstreckung is the state-compelled enforcement of a creditor's legal claim, covering wage garnishment (Pfändung), asset seizure, and forced property sale (Zwangsversteigerung). It requires a valid Vollstreckungstitel and is carried out by the Gerichtsvollzieher.

Examples

"Nachdem der Schuldner nicht zahlte, beantragte der Gläubiger die Zwangsvollstreckung."

Natural Translation

When the debtor did not pay, the creditor applied for compulsory enforcement.

Literal Translation

After the debtor not paid, applied the creditor the compulsory-enforcement.

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