human right
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human right
A fundamental right, grounded morally or legally, that belongs to every human being by nature, regardless of origin, gender, or religion. Often used in the plural.
Das Recht auf Leben und Freiheit ist ein universelles Menschenrecht.
The right to life and freedom is a universal human right.
The word is clearly composed of 'der Mensch' (human being/person) and 'das Recht' (right/law). The '-en-' is a linking element that connects the two words. So literally, it is a right for a human being.
Meinungsfreiheit ist ein wichtiges Menschenrecht.
Freedom of speech is an important human right.
Although the singular exists, the word is most commonly used in the plural: 'die Menschenrechte' (human rights). This usually refers to the total set of rights that belong to all people.
Die Konferenz thematisierte die weltweite Lage der Menschenrechte.
The conference addressed the worldwide situation of human rights.
In political or ethical contexts, 'Menschenrecht(e)' (human right(s)) is often combined with verbs such as 'achten' (to respect), 'verletzen' (to violate), 'verteidigen' (to defend), or 'einfordern' (to demand/claim).
Diktaturen verletzen systematisch die Menschenrechte ihrer Bürger.
Dictatorships systematically violate the human rights of their citizens.
fundamental right
A human right and a fundamental right both protect basic freedoms and entitlements. Menschenrecht emphasizes that the right belongs to every human being regardless of any particular state; Grundrecht, by contrast, refers to its specific enshrinement in a state's constitution in relation to the state. When speaking generally about all human beings, Menschenrecht is the appropriate term; when referring to a state's constitution, use Grundrecht.
Die Freiheit der Meinungsäußerung gilt als Menschenrecht für alle Menschen.
Freedom of expression is considered a human right for everyone.
Die Verfassung schützt die Freiheit der Meinungsäußerung als Grundrecht gegenüber dem Staat.
The constitution protects freedom of expression as a fundamental right in relation to the state.
