English–German
“corruption” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/kɔʁʊpˈtsi̯oːn/
Example
Wir kämpfen gegen die Korruption.
We fight corruption.
How to say “corruption” in German
“Corruption” in German is Korruption.
Influence that should serve the public is secretly traded for money, favors, or personal advantage.
Example sentences with Korruption
Whistleblower meldeten einen Verdacht auf Korruption in der Behörde.
Whistleblowers reported a suspicion of corruption within the agency.
Tips for using Korruption
- German often uses "Korruption" for the broad problem, while "Bestechung" names the specific act of bribery.