separation of powers
die Gewaltenteilung
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separation of powers
The political principle of dividing state power into three independent branches: the legislative branch (law-making power), the executive branch (implementing power), and the judiciary (judicial power), in order to prevent abuse of power.
Die Gewaltenteilung ist ein fundamentales Merkmal eines demokratischen Rechtsstaates.
The separation of powers is a fundamental feature of a democratic state under the rule of law.
| gender | feminine die |
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| genitive | der Gewaltenteilung |
| singular | plural | |
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| nominative | die Gewaltenteilung | – |
| accusative | die Gewaltenteilung | – |
| dative | der Gewaltenteilung | – |
| genitive | der Gewaltenteilung | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The word is made up of 'Gewalt' (in the plural 'Gewalten'), the linking '-en', and 'Teilung' (division). 'Teilung' comes from the verb 'teilen' (to divide/share). So it literally means the 'division of powers'.
Die Teilung der Staatsgewalt ist ein komplexes System.
The division of state power is a complex system.
In this political context, 'Gewalt' does not mean 'violence', but rather 'Macht' (power) or 'Autorität' (authority), in the sense of state power. This is important for understanding the term correctly.
Die Staatsgewalt wird in drei Bereiche aufgeteilt.
State power is divided into three areas.
'Gewaltenteilung' (separation of powers) is a central technical term from politics and law. It is mainly used in discussions about the state, democracy, and constitutions.
Im Politikunterricht haben wir über die Gewaltenteilung in Deutschland gesprochen.
In politics class, we talked about the separation of powers in Germany.
