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Mandat

mandate (e.g., political mandate, legal mandate), seat (in parliament)

In German

Mandat

man-DAHT

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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 TipGerman '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. 1

    Das Forschungsprojekt erhielt ein Mandat von der Regierung.

    The research project received a mandate from the government.

  2. 2

    Der Professor hat ein Mandat als Berater im Ethikrat.

    The professor has a mandate as an advisor on the ethics council.

FAQ

How do you say "mandate (e.g., political mandate, legal mandate), seat (in parliament)" in German?

"mandate (e.g., political mandate, legal mandate), seat (in parliament)" in German is "Mandat" (man-DAHT). Example: Das Forschungsprojekt erhielt ein Mandat von der Regierung..

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