English–German

“popular initiative” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈfɔlksbəˌgeːʁən/

Example

Das Ergebnis des Volksbegehrens war überraschend.

The result of the popular initiative was surprising.

Illustration for Volksbegehren (popular initiative)

How to say “popular initiative” in German

“Popular initiative” in German is Volksbegehren.

A stack of citizens' signatures carries a proposed law toward the legislature or a public vote.

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

Example sentences with Volksbegehren

Das Komitee hat beschlossen, ein Volksbegehren zu starten.

The committee decided to start a popular initiative.

Tips for using Volksbegehren

  • Volksbegehren is neuter, so the form in Das Ergebnis des Volksbegehrens uses the genitive ending -s on the second element.

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