English–German
“run for office” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/kandiˈdiːʁən/
Example
Er kandidiert für den Stadtrat.
He is running for city council.
How to say “run for office” in German
“Run for office” in German is kandidieren.
A person steps into an election process with a named office or seat in view, either after being put forward or by putting their name forward.
Example sentences with kandidieren
Viele Bürger sind überrascht, dass er erneut kandidiert.
Many citizens are surprised that he is running again.
Tips for using kandidieren
- Kandidieren normally takes für plus the accusative for the office sought, as in für den Stadtrat kandidieren.