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Politik
German → American English
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policy
Gesamtheit der Tätigkeiten, Meinungen und Entscheidungen, die das staatliche und gesellschaftliche Leben betreffen.
Die Politik in diesem Land hat sich in den letzten Jahren stark verändert.„Politik“ is usually plural-like in meaning when referring to politics as a field, but it is singular in German. Use it for government, parties, and political activity; for a company or organization’s “policy,” the German word is usually „Richtlinie“ or „Politik“ only in specific contexts like „Unternehmenspolitik“.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „Politik“ mean in English?
„Politik“ usually means „politics“ or „political affairs“. In some contexts, especially business or institutional contexts, it can mean „policy“.
Is „Politik“ singular or plural in German?
It is singular in German: „die Politik“. Even though it often refers to politics as a general field, it takes singular grammar.
When should I translate „Politik“ as „policy“?
Use „policy“ when „Politik“ refers to an organization’s or company’s overall line or policy, such as „Unternehmenspolitik“. In most everyday contexts, „politics“ is the better translation.