das Subsidiaritätsprinzip
Translation
principle of subsidiarity
Examples
Das Subsidiaritätsprinzip ist ein Grundsatz der EU.
The principle of subsidiarity is a fundamental principle of the EU.
Wir müssen das Subsidiaritätsprinzip beachten.
We must observe the principle of subsidiarity.
Grammar Patterns
to observe the Subsidiaritätsprinzip to observe the principle of subsidiarity We must observe the principle of subsidiarity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Föderalismusprinzip (principle of federalism)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Subsidiarität' (subsidiarity) + 'Prinzip' (principle). 'Subsidiarität' comes from Latin 'subsidium' (help).
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Subsidiaritäts' (of subsidiarity) + 'prinzip' (principle). It's the 'principle' of 'subsidiary' action, meaning higher authorities should only act when lower ones cannot.