die Nationalratswahl
Translation
National Council election, general election
Examples
Die nächste Nationalratswahl findet im Herbst statt.
The next National Council election will take place in autumn.
Das Ergebnis der Nationalratswahl war knapp.
The result of the National Council election was close.
Grammar Patterns
to take part in the election ((an+3)) Viele Bürger nehmen an der Nationalratswahl teil.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Parlamentswahl (parliamentary election)
Etymology
From 'Nationalrat' (National Council) + 's' (linking element) + 'Wahl' (election). Refers to parliamentary elections in Austria and Switzerland.
Memory Tips
Break it down: It's the 'Wahl' (election) for the 'Nationalrat' (National Council).