Die Herrschaft
Example: Die Herrschaft des Königs dauerte mehrere Jahrzehnte an.
Definition
"Die Herrschaft" refers to the period or system during which a ruler, such as a king, exercises authority and control over a region or people. It involves governance, power, and the administration of laws and policies within a territory.
Etymology
The word "die Herrschaft" comes from the German root "Herr," meaning 'lord' or 'master,' combined with the suffix '-schaft,' which denotes a state or condition. Together, "Herrschaft" literally means 'lordship' or 'dominion,' reflecting the concept of ruling or governance.
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