ratifizieren
Translation
to ratify
Examples
Das Parlament ratifiziert den Vertrag.
The parliament ratifies the treaty.
Der Vertrag wurde gestern ratifiziert.
The treaty was ratified yesterday.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) to ratify ((sth.)) The parliament must ratify the treaty.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bestätigen (to confirm), genehmigen (to approve), anerkennen (to recognize)
Etymology
From Latin 'ratus' (fixed, calculated) and 'facere' (to make). A direct cognate of the English 'ratify'.
Memory Tips
It's almost identical to the English word 'ratify', used in formal, legal, or political contexts for approving treaties.