English–German

“protest” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈdeːmo/

Example

Heute findet eine Demo statt.

A protest is taking place today.

Illustration for Demo (protest)

How to say “protest” in German

“Protest” in German is Demo.

People gather in public and move together behind banners to show opposition.

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

Example sentences with Demo

Viele Studenten besuchten die Demo.

Many students attended the demonstration.

Tips for using Demo

  • Demo is feminine: die Demo, eine Demo, and zur Demo after zu.

Other German words for “protest”

Die Proteste gegen das neue Gesetz waren laut.

The protests against the new law were loud.

Die Schüler protestieren vor dem Rathaus.

The students are protesting outside city hall.

Viele Menschen organisierten eine Demonstration gegen die Entscheidung.

Many people organized a protest against the decision.

Viele Leute demonstrieren vor dem Rathaus.

Many people are protesting in front of city hall.

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