English–German

“liberal” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/libeˈʁaːlə/

Example

Der Liberale spricht oft über individuelle Rechte.

The liberal often talks about individual rights.

Illustration for Liberale (liberal)

How to say “liberal” in German

“Liberal” in German is Liberale.

A member of a liberal political tradition who links civil freedom with economic openness.

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

Example sentences with Liberale

Viele Liberale unterstützen wirtschaftliche Freiheit.

Many liberals support economic freedom.

Tips for using Liberale

  • German liberal does not automatically mean socially left-wing; the context can emphasize civil rights, free markets, or a liberal party.

Other German words for “liberal”

Die Entscheidung spiegelt eine freiheitliche Haltung wider.

The decision reflects a liberal attitude.

Eine Freiheitliche verteidigte die Meinungsfreiheit.

A liberal defended freedom of expression.

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