das Parlament
Translation
parliament, legislature
Examples
Das Parlament hat ein neues Gesetz beschlossen.
The parliament has passed a new law.
Die Abgeordneten debattieren im Parlament.
The members of parliament are debating in the parliament.
Grammar Patterns
((in parliament)) in parliament The members of parliament sit in parliament.
((sb.)) ((to parliament)) to elect (sb.) to parliament The people elect the representatives to parliament.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bundestag (German federal parliament), Landtag (state parliament); Antonyms: -
Etymology
From French 'parlement', derived from 'parler' (to speak). It's a place for speaking and debate.
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English word 'parliament', making it very easy to remember.