die Vernehmlassung
Translation
consultation, consultation procedure, hearing
Examples
Die Vernehmlassung zum neuen Gesetz beginnt heute.
The consultation on the new law begins today.
Viele Organisationen nahmen an der Vernehmlassung teil.
Many organizations took part in the consultation.
Grammar Patterns
the consultation ((on sth.)) Die Vernehmlassung zum neuen Gesetz beginnt heute.
to take part ((in a consultation)) Viele Organisationen nahmen an der Vernehmlassung teil.
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Etymology
From 'vernehmen' (to hear, to question) + '-ung' (a suffix forming nouns). It literally means 'the act of hearing' opinions.
Memory Tips
This is a formal term, especially in Swiss and Austrian law, for a consultation process. Think of it as a formal 'hearing' (vernehmen) of opinions on a new law.