die Autonomie
Translation
autonomy, self-governance, independence
Examples
Die Region kämpft für ihre Autonomie.
The region is fighting for its autonomy.
Persönliche Autonomie ist mir sehr wichtig.
Personal autonomy is very important to me.
Grammar Patterns
the autonomy ((of sth.)) the autonomy of sth. The autonomy of the region was recognized.
Similar Words
Synonyms: independence, self-rule; Antonyms: dependence
Etymology
From Greek 'auto-' (self) + 'nomos' (law), meaning 'self-law' or self-governance.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'automobile' which moves by 'itself'. 'Autonomie' is about governing 'oneself'.