English–German
“opposition” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ɔpoziˈt͡si̯oːn/
Example
Die Regierung reagierte auf die Kritik der Opposition.
The government responded to criticism from the opposition.
How to say “opposition” in German
“Opposition” in German is Opposition.
A counterweight to the ruling side pushes back against decisions while presenting an alternative view.
Example sentences with Opposition
Die Opposition forderte Neuwahlen.
The opposition demanded new elections.
Tips for using Opposition
- In political contexts, die Opposition normally refers collectively to the parties outside the government, not just to disagreement with one isolated decision.
Other German words for “opposition”
Es gab viel Widerspruch gegen den Plan.
There was a lot of opposition to the plan.