die Kommunen
Translation
municipalities, local authorities, communes
Examples
Die Kommunen sind für die Schulen zuständig.
The municipalities are responsible for the schools.
Viele Kommunen haben finanzielle Probleme.
Many municipalities have financial problems.
Grammar Patterns
die Kommunen the municipalities Many Kommunen have financial problems.
Similar Words
Gemeinden, Städte (cities), Landkreise (districts)
Etymology
From Latin 'communis' (common). Cognate with English 'commune' and 'community'.
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'community' or 'commune'. 'Kommunen' are the administrative bodies for local communities.