der Demokrat
Translation
democrat
Examples
Er ist ein überzeugter Demokrat.
He is a staunch democrat.
Die Demokraten haben die Wahl gewonnen.
The democrats won the election.
Grammar Patterns
to be a ((adjective)) ((noun)) Er ist ein überzeugter Demokrat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Republikaner (republican, in some contexts); Antonyms: Autokrat (autocrat), Diktator (dictator)
Etymology
From Greek 'dēmokratía', from 'dêmos' (the people) + 'krátos' (rule, power). An international word.
Memory Tips
Connects to 'Demokratie' (democracy). A 'Demokrat' is a person who supports democracy. Note that it's an n-declension noun.