De bureaucratie
Example: De bureaucratie vertraagde het besluitvormingsproces in de regering.
Definition
The term "bureaucracy" refers to a system of government or organization in which decisions are made by state officials or administrative staff rather than by elected representatives. It often involves hierarchical structures and formal rules, which can slow down decision-making processes.
Etymology
"Bureaucratie" comes from the French word 'bureaucratie,' combining 'bureau' meaning desk or office, and the Greek suffix '-kratia,' meaning power or rule. Did you know the word originally implied rule by office desks, highlighting the administrative nature of the system?
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"De bureaucratie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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