German word

Republik

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁepuˈbliːk/

Meaning

  • feminine nounrepublic

Example

In der Republik leben Menschen verschiedener Kulturen.

People of different cultures live in the republic.

Illustration for Republik (republic)

More examples

Viele Menschen arbeiten in der Republik.

Many people work in the republic.

Core concept

A national government represented by public offices, with the state belonging to its citizens rather than a royal family.

Common phrases

  • in der Republik leben

    live in the republic

  • aus der Republik kommen

    come from the republic

  • in der Republik arbeiten

    work in the republic

Similar words

Staat: A political unit with territory, a government, laws, and public administration.
Nation: A people or social unit linked by shared history, culture, or language.
Demokratie: A system of government in which citizens take part through elections or parliament.
Bundesrepublik: A republic formed by several states and governed by a federal authority.

Definition in German

Bezeichnung für einen Staat, in dem die Staatsgewalt nicht durch Erbfolge, sondern durch gewählte Institutionen ausgeübt wird.

Word origin

The German noun Republik is borrowed from French république, ultimately from Latin res publica, meaning 'public affair'.

Usage tips

  • Republik names a form of state and does not by itself guarantee democratic government.

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