English–German

“election” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/vaːl/

Example

Die Wahl ist morgen.

The election is tomorrow.

Illustration for Wahl (election)

How to say “election” in German

“Election” in German is Wahl.

Several candidates or options stand before a chooser, with one outcome fixed by the decision.

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

Example sentences with Wahl

Viele Menschen diskutieren vor der Wahl über die Programme.

Many people discuss the programs before the election.

Tips for using Wahl

  • Auswahl usually means a selection or range of available options, while Wahl often names the act or result of choosing.

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