Die Demokratie
Example: Die Demokratie ermöglicht den Bürgern, an Wahlen teilzunehmen.
Definition
"Die Demokratie" is a political system in which citizens have the right to participate in elections and decision-making processes, ensuring that power is distributed among the people rather than held by a single ruler or small group.
Etymology
The word "die Demokratie" comes from the Greek words 'demos' meaning 'people' and 'kratos' meaning 'power' or 'rule.' It was adopted into German to describe a system where the people hold the governing power, reflecting its ancient origins in Greek city-states.
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