English–German

“right to vote” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈvaːlˌʁɛçt/

Example

In diesem Land haben alle Bürger das Wahlrecht.

All citizens in this country have the right to vote.

Illustration for Wahlrecht (right to vote)

How to say “right to vote” in German

“Right to vote” in German is Wahlrecht.

A citizen's legal place in the election process, allowing a vote to help determine the composition of a representative body.

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

Example sentences with Wahlrecht

Viele Aktivisten kämpfen für das Wahlrecht von Minderheiten.

Many activists are fighting for minorities' right to vote.

Tips for using Wahlrecht

  • German distinguishes aktives Wahlrecht, the right to vote, from passives Wahlrecht, the right to stand for election.

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