die Fraktion
Translation
parliamentary group, faction, caucus
Examples
Die Fraktion hat einen neuen Vorsitzenden gewählt.
The parliamentary group has elected a new chairman.
Es gibt Spannungen innerhalb der Fraktion.
There are tensions within the faction.
Grammar Patterns
to form a faction ((et4)) to form a parliamentary group The representatives are forming a new parliamentary group.
within the faction ((innerhalb+2)) within the faction There are different opinions within the faction.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Partei, Gruppe, Lager
Etymology
From Latin 'fractio' (a breaking), from 'frangere' (to break). It refers to a group 'broken off' from a larger whole.
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'fraction'. A 'Fraktion' is like a fraction of a larger political party, forming a distinct group in parliament.