die Wahl, -en
election · choice
Es ist der Vorgang, bei dem Menschen zwischen verschiedenen Möglichkeiten entscheiden, oft um jemanden für ein Amt zu bestimmen.
The German word "Wahl" is a noun meaning "choice" or "election".
- It comes from the verb "wählen" which means "to choose" or "to elect".
- "Wahl" can refer to the act of choosing between options or the process of voting in an election.
Similar words:
- Entscheidung (decision)
- Auswahl (selection, range of options)
- Abstimmung (vote)
Differences:
- Wahl emphasizes the act or event of choosing/electing.
- Entscheidung is broader, emphasizing the decision-making outcome.
- Auswahl focuses on the selection itself or the available options.
- Abstimmung specifically refers to a formal voting process.
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Examples
Ich habe an der Wahl teilgenommen.noun
I have participated in the election.
Die Wahl fällt mir schwer.noun
The choice is difficult for me.
Die Wahl des Präsidenten findet heute statt.noun
The election of the president takes place today.
Menschen können an der Wahl teilnehmen.noun
People can participate in the election.
Heute beginnt die Wahl in der Stadt.noun
Today the election begins in the city.
Morgen findet eine wichtige Wahl statt.noun
Tomorrow an important election will take place.
Bei der letzten Wahl war die Beteiligung sehr hoch.noun
In the last election the turnout was very high.
Nach der Wahl feierten viele Menschen gemeinsam im Park.noun
After the election many people celebrated together in the park.
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