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“liability” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhaftʊŋ/

Example

Der Verkäufer übernimmt die Haftung für den Schaden.

The seller assumes liability for the damage.

Illustration for Haftung (liability)

How to say “liability” in German

“Liability” in German is Haftung.

A person or business remains legally tied to damage caused by its own action.

Full entry for Haftung: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Haftung

In den AGB wird oft jede Haftung ausgeschlossen.

The terms and conditions often exclude any liability.

Tips for using Haftung

  • Haftung für takes an accusative object, as in Haftung für den Schaden, with für marking the damage covered by the liability.

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