English–German
“vote” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈvoːtʊm/
Example
Die Fraktion forderte ein neues Votum.
The parliamentary group called for a new vote.
How to say “vote” in German
“Vote” in German is Votum.
A ballot decision that stands as an institution's considered answer.
Example sentences with Votum
Das Parlament fasste ein einstimmiges Votum.
The parliament cast a unanimous vote.
Tips for using Votum
- Votum belongs mainly to formal institutional language, while Stimme or Abstimmung is more usual for an ordinary vote or voting process.
Other German words for “vote”
Bei der Abstimmung stimmte die Mehrheit für den Vorschlag.
In the vote, the majority voted for the proposal.
Die Mitglieder votierten für den Vorschlag.
The members voted for the proposal.