Die Gesetzgebung
Example: Die Gesetzgebung schützt die Rechte aller Bürger im Land.
Definition
"Die Gesetzgebung" refers to the process or act of making laws, including the creation, enactment, and implementation of legal rules by a legislative body. It ensures the regulation and organization of society, as in the phrase: 'Die Gesetzgebung schützt die Rechte aller Bürger im Land.'
Etymology
The German word "die Gesetzgebung" combines "Gesetz" meaning 'law' and "Gebung," derived from "geben," meaning 'giving.' So, it literally means 'law-giving.' This reflects the role of legislative bodies in creating and providing laws for society.
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"Die Gesetzgebung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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