der Staatshaushalt
Translation
state budget, national budget, public finances
Examples
Der Staatshaushalt wurde vom Parlament verabschiedet.
The state budget was passed by the parliament.
Ein Defizit im Staatshaushalt ist besorgniserregend.
A deficit in the state budget is concerning.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) state budget The state budget must be balanced.
Similar Words
Budget, Etat, Finanzplan (financial plan)
Etymology
From 'Staat' (state) + 'Haushalt' (household, budget). Literally 'state's household budget'.
Memory Tips
Think of the country's finances as a giant 'household' (Haushalt) budget for the 'state' (Staat).