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staatlich
state / public
Relating to the state, originating from the state, belonging to it, or controlled by it.
example
In Deutschland gibt es private und staatliche Universitäten.
In Germany, there are private and public universities.
staatlich
state / public
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Word formation
The adjective 'staatlich' (state/public) is derived directly from the noun 'der Staat' (the state). The ending '-lich' is attached to nouns to form adjectives that describe belonging or a quality.
EXAMPLE
Die Sicherheit der Bürger ist eine staatliche Aufgabe.
The safety of citizens is a state responsibility.
Typical collocations
'Staatlich' (state/public) is often used to describe public institutions. Common combinations are 'staatliche Schulen' (public schools), 'staatliche Universitäten' (public universities), 'staatliche Museen' (state museums), or 'staatliche Unternehmen' (state-owned companies).
EXAMPLE
Der Eintritt in dieses staatliche Museum ist kostenlos.
Admission to this state museum is free.
Fixed expression
A very important and common fixed expression is 'staatlich anerkannt' (state-recognized). This means that a training program, qualification, or institution has been officially reviewed by the state and declared valid.
EXAMPLE
Er hat einen Abschluss als staatlich anerkannter Erzieher.
He has a qualification as a state-recognized educator.
Compare with
staatlich vs politisch
political
'politisch' and 'staatlich' can both have to do with the state and government. 'politisch' describes topics, opinions, decisions, or conflicts in politics. 'staatlich' means that something comes from the state, belongs to the state, or is controlled by the state. The words can be confused because state institutions are often connected to political decisions. Still, the perspective is different: 'politisch' asks about content and power, while 'staatlich' asks about the provider or control. A school can be 'staatlich', but a conversation about elections is 'politisch'.
staatlich
Vor der Reise informiert er sich über staatliche Hilfe für Studierende.
Before the trip, he looks into state support for students.
politisch
Jan diskutiert am Bahnhof mit einem Freund über ein politisches Thema.
At the train station, Jan discusses a political topic with a friend.
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