die Stimmabgabe
Translation
vote, voting, ballot, casting of votes
Examples
Die Stimmabgabe ist geheim.
The vote is secret.
Die Frist für die Stimmabgabe endet bald.
The deadline for voting is ending soon.
Grammar Patterns
the Stimmabgabe in an election (the voting in an election) The turnout for the Stimmabgabe in the last election was low.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Wahl (election), Abstimmung (vote, poll)
Etymology
Composed of 'Stimme' (voice, vote) and 'Abgabe' (submission, handing in). Literally means 'vote submission'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'giving away' ('abgeben') your 'voice' ('Stimme') in an election.