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expression of opinion
The expression or voicing of a personal view, opinion, or standpoint.
Seine kritische Meinungsäußerung führte zu einer lebhaften Diskussion.
His critical expression of opinion led to a lively discussion.
free expression
Refers to the basic right to say or publish one's opinion freely, often in the context of freedom of expression.
Die freie Meinungsäußerung ist ein hohes Gut in einer Demokratie.
Free expression is a precious good in a democracy.
The word is made up of 'Meinung' (opinion) and 'Äußerung' (expression/utterance, from the verb 'äußern' (to express)). The 's' in between is a linking s that connects the two parts. It literally means the expression of an opinion.
Jede Meinungsäußerung sollte respektiert werden, auch wenn man nicht zustimmt.
Every expression of opinion should be respected, even if you don't agree.
The meaning often depends on the article. 'Eine Meinungsäußerung' (an expression of opinion) refers to a single, concrete act. 'Die Meinungsäußerung' (the expression of opinion), often with 'freie' (free), refers to the general principle or right.
Seine laute Meinungsäußerung im Kino hat alle gestört.
His loud expression of opinion in the movie theater disturbed everyone.
When referring to a concrete act, the word is often combined with adjectives such as 'persönliche' (personal), 'öffentliche' (public), 'kritische' (critical), or 'spontane' (spontaneous) Meinungsäußerung.
Das war nur meine persönliche Meinungsäußerung, keine offizielle Stellungnahme.
That was only my personal expression of opinion, not an official statement.
In the meaning of the basic right, the word is almost always used in the fixed combination 'die freie Meinungsäußerung' (free expression). It is a central term in political and legal discussions.
Journalisten berufen sich oft auf das Recht der freien Meinungsäußerung.
Journalists often invoke the right to free expression.
statement
Both words can refer to a personal opinion expressed publicly. “Aussage” is broader and can also be neutral information or a factual remark, whereas “Meinungsäußerung” explicitly presupposes a personal opinion or standpoint. Use “Meinungsäußerung” when the speaker’s own evaluation is the focus.
Ihre Meinungsäußerung zur neuen Regel war deutlich kritisch.
Her expression of opinion on the new rule was clearly critical.
Seine Aussage über den Fahrplan war eine sachliche Information.
His statement about the timetable was factual information.
