German NOUN B2 Rank 13206

das Anrecht

entitlement / right

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Anrecht vs Recht

right / law

Recht generally refers to a moral or legal claim. Anrecht, by contrast, usually emphasizes a specific, justified claim to something that one has acquired, for example through a rule or a particular achievement. Recht fits a general status, while Anrecht fits a specific entitlement.

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Anrecht

Nach zehn Beiträgen hat er ein Anrecht auf eine kostenlose Beratung.

After making ten contributions, he is entitled to a free consultation.

Recht

Als Bürger hat sie das Recht, an der Wahl teilzunehmen.

As a citizen, she has the right to take part in the election.

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