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reform
A planned, comprehensive restructuring and improvement of an existing system, law, or organization.
Die Regierung hat eine tiefgreifende Reform des Steuersystems angekündigt.
The government has announced a far-reaching reform of the tax system.
'Die Reform' (reform) belongs to the word family of the verb 'reformieren' (to reform). When a system is reformed, the result is a reform.
Die Regierung plant, das Bildungssystem zu reformieren.
The government is planning to reform the education system.
In connection with 'Reform' (reform), verbs such as 'durchführen' (to carry out), 'umsetzen' (to implement), 'anstoßen' (to initiate), or 'fordern' (to demand) are often used.
Die Opposition fordert eine grundlegende Reform der Rentenversicherung.
The opposition is calling for a fundamental reform of the pension insurance system.
This word is usually used for large, socially relevant areas. For example, people speak of a 'Gesundheitsreform' (healthcare reform), 'Steuerreform' (tax reform), or 'Schulreform' (school reform).
Die geplante Gesundheitsreform wird von vielen Bürgern kritisiert.
The planned healthcare reform is being criticized by many citizens.
change
For an existing law, either a change or a reform may be meant. Eine Änderung refers to a specific adjustment, while eine Reform is a comprehensive, usually beneficial redesign. If only one point is involved, Änderung is appropriate; if the law is fundamentally improved, Reform is more suitable.
Die Reform des Gesetzes soll das ganze Verfahren verbessern.
The reform of the law is intended to improve the entire process.
Die Änderung des Gesetzes betrifft nur die Frist für den Antrag.
The change to the law affects only the application deadline.
