Die Verfassung
Example: Die Verfassung regelt die Rechte und Pflichten der Bürger.
Definition
"Die Verfassung" is a legal document or set of fundamental principles that outlines the rights and duties of citizens, as well as the organization and functioning of a state or organization. It establishes the framework for governance and the rule of law within a society.
Etymology
The word "die Verfassung" comes from the German verb "verfassen," meaning to compose or draft. Historically, it refers to the act of drafting the foundational laws of a state. Did you know that the term emphasizes the idea of 'putting together' or 'constituting' a system of rules?
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