die Abstimmung
Translation
vote, ballot, poll, coordination
Examples
Die Abstimmung war geheim.
The vote was secret.
Die Abstimmung der Farben ist wichtig.
The coordination of the colours is important.
Es gab eine Abstimmung über den Vorschlag.
There was a vote on the proposal.
Grammar Patterns
a vote ((on sth.)) There was a vote on the new law.
coordination ((with sb.)) The coordination with the other department was successful.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Wahl (election), der Volksentscheid (referendum)
Etymology
From 'ab-' (off, down) + 'Stimmung' (mood, tuning). Literally 'tuning off' or sounding out to reach a consensus.
Memory Tips
Imagine everyone using their 'Stimme' (voice) to vote. The 'ab-' prefix suggests a final decision is being made.