democratization
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democratization
The process of introducing, developing, or strengthening democratic structures, principles, and behaviors in a state, organization, or society.
Die Demokratisierung Osteuropas nach 1989 war ein historischer Wendepunkt.
The democratization of Eastern Europe after 1989 was a historic turning point.
democratization
In a figurative sense, the process of making something (e.g., knowledge, technology, culture) accessible and usable for a broad mass of people.
Das Internet hat zur Demokratisierung von Informationen beigetragen.
The internet has contributed to the democratization of information.
The word can be easily broken down: 'Demokratie' (democracy) + '-isieren' (to make something a certain way) → 'demokratisieren' (to democratize) + '-ung' (process). So it describes the process of making something democratic.
Die Demokratisierung ist ein langer und komplexer Prozess.
Democratization is a long and complex process.
To say what is being democratized, you usually use the genitive or the preposition 'von' + dative. The genitive is somewhat more formal.
Die Demokratisierung der Arbeitswelt ist ein wichtiges Thema.
The democratization of the working world is an important topic.
The context makes clear which meaning is intended. If it is about states, societies, or politics, the political meaning is meant. If it is about knowledge, technology, or culture, the figurative meaning of making something accessible is meant.
Die Demokratisierung des Landes dauerte viele Jahre.
The democratization of the country took many years.
In a political context, 'Demokratisierung' (democratization) is often combined with verbs such as 'vorantreiben' (to advance), 'unterstützen' (to support), 'fordern' (to demand), or 'beginnen' (to begin).
Viele Organisationen unterstützen die Demokratisierung in der Region.
Many organizations support democratization in the region.
liberalization
Liberalisierung and Demokratisierung can both be part of political opening, but they do not mean the same thing. Liberalisierung reduces government restrictions and creates more freedom. Demokratisierung introduces or strengthens democratic structures, for example through free elections and political participation.
Die Demokratisierung gab den Bürgern durch freie Wahlen mehr politischen Einfluss.
Democratization gave citizens more political influence through free elections.
Die Liberalisierung erlaubte den Bürgern mehr wirtschaftliche Freiheit.
Liberalization gave citizens more economic freedom.
