German NOUN B2 Rank 2531

der Abgeordnete

member of parliament

die Abgeordnete, die Abgeordneten

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Abgeordnete vs Volksvertreter

elected representative

Both words can refer to an elected member of a parliament. Abgeordneter is the neutral official term; Volksvertreter emphasizes that the person is expected to represent the interests of the citizens. This word is especially appropriate when that responsibility is being emphasized.

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Abgeordnete

Der Abgeordnete aus Köln stimmte im Parlament für den Vorschlag.

The member of parliament from Cologne voted for the proposal in parliament.

Volksvertreter

Der Volksvertreter aus Köln versprach, die Sorgen der Bürger ins Parlament zu tragen.

The elected representative from Cologne promised to bring the citizens’ concerns to parliament.

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