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grandfather clause in German

grandfather clause in German is Besitzstandsregelung, Bestandsschutz, Bestandsschutzregelung.

grandfather clause in German

Besitzstandsregelung
noun
A clause or section, especially in a law, granting exceptions for people or organisations who were affected by previous conditions.
Bestandsschutz
noun
A clause or section, especially in a law, granting exceptions for people or organisations who were affected by previous conditions.
Bestandsschutzregelung
noun
A clause or section, especially in a law, granting exceptions for people or organisations who were affected by previous conditions.
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What is "grandfather clause" in German?

"grandfather clause" in German is Besitzstandsregelung, Bestandsschutz, Bestandsschutzregelung.

Are there other ways to say "grandfather clause" in German?

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "grandfather clause": Besitzstandsregelung, Bestandsschutz, Bestandsschutzregelung.

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