Die Verfassung
Example: Die Verfassung schützt die Grundrechte aller Bürger im Land.
Definition
"Die Verfassung" refers to the fundamental legal framework or constitution of a country that establishes the organization, principles, and rights governing its political system. It protects the basic rights of all citizens and ensures the rule of law within the nation.
Etymology
The word "die Verfassung" comes from the German verb 'verfassen,' meaning to compose or draft. Originally, it referred to the act of writing or composing a document. Over time, it came to mean the document itself that forms the legal foundation of a state. Did you know? The term emphasizes the idea of a carefully composed set of rules.
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"Die Verfassung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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