das Wahlversprechen
Translation
election promise, campaign promise
Examples
Der Politiker hat sein Wahlversprechen gebrochen.
The politician broke his election promise.
Viele Wahlversprechen sind schwer zu halten.
Many election promises are hard to keep.
Grammar Patterns
((to make/give)) an election promise to make a promise during an election The candidate made many election promises.
Similar Words
Zusage (commitment), Gelöbnis (vow)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Wahl' (election) and 'Versprechen' (promise).
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'promise' (Versprechen) made to win an 'election' (Wahl).