die Wahlberechtigten
Translation
eligible voters, the electorate
Examples
Alle Wahlberechtigten erhalten eine Benachrichtigung.
All eligible voters receive a notification.
Die Zahl der Wahlberechtigten ist gestiegen.
The number of eligible voters has increased.
Grammar Patterns
the number ((of eligible voters)) the number of eligible voters The number of eligible voters is high.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Wähler (voter), die Wählerschaft (electorate)
Etymology
Made up of 'Wahl' (election) and 'berechtigt' (entitled, authorized). It means a person who is 'entitled for the election'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'Wahl' (vote) + 'berechtigt' (having the right). Someone with the right to vote.