English–German

“dissenting vote” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈgeːgn̩ˌʃtɪmə/

Example

Wir haben drei Gegenstimmen bekommen.

We received three dissenting votes.

Illustration for Gegenstimme (dissenting vote)

How to say “dissenting vote” in German

“Dissenting vote” in German is Gegenstimme.

One marked vote that pushes back against a motion while the group decides its outcome.

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

Example sentences with Gegenstimme

Die Resolution wurde einstimmig angenommen; es gab keine Gegenstimme.

The resolution was passed unanimously; there was no dissenting vote.

Tips for using Gegenstimme

  • For the act of casting one, German commonly uses 'eine Gegenstimme abgeben', while 'gegen etwas stimmen' uses gegen with the thing opposed.

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