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Mehrheit
German → American English
American English
majority
größere Zahl oder größerer Teil einer Gruppe; das Überwiegen einer Seite
Die Mehrheit der Schüler hat die Prüfung bestanden.'Mehrheit' is usually used with numbers, votes, or groups. In politics and statistics, it often means 'majority'; for a general larger part, 'Majorität' is more formal and less common.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "Mehrheit" mean in English?
"Mehrheit" means "majority" or "the greater part" in English.
How do you use "Mehrheit" in a sentence?
You can say: "Die Mehrheit der Menschen stimmt zu." = "The majority of people agree."
Is "Mehrheit" singular or plural?
"Mehrheit" is a singular noun in German: "die Mehrheit."