der Rechtsstaat
Translation
constitutional state, state based on the rule of law
Examples
Deutschland ist ein demokratischer Rechtsstaat.
Germany is a democratic constitutional state.
Die Gewaltenteilung ist ein Prinzip des Rechtsstaats.
The separation of powers is a principle of the rule of law.
Grammar Patterns
to live in a constitutional state in einem Rechtsstaat leben We live in a constitutional state.
Similar Words
Demokratie (democracy), Verfassungsstaat (constitutional state)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Recht' (law, right) and 'Staat' (state).
Memory Tips
Literally a 'law-state' or 'right-state'. Think of a state that is governed by the rule of law.