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Mandat
In German
Mandat
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Don't Get Confused!
❌ Looks like
mandate
In English means: "an official order or commission to do something; the authority to carry out a policy"
✅ Actually means
Mandat
mandate (e.g., political mandate, legal mandate), seat (in parliament)
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Memory Tip
German 'Mandat' is a 'mandate' of authority or even a 'seat' in an assembly. English 'mandate' is more about an order or authority. Think 'Mandat' as 'MANaging DATa' with official power.
Example Sentences
1
Das Forschungsprojekt erhielt ein Mandat von der Regierung.
The research project received a mandate from the government.
2
Der Professor hat ein Mandat als Berater im Ethikrat.
The professor has a mandate as an advisor on the ethics council.