die Volksinitiative
Translation
popular initiative, citizens' initiative
Examples
Eine Volksinitiative wurde gestartet.
A popular initiative was launched.
Die Volksinitiative sammelt Unterschriften.
The citizens' initiative is collecting signatures.
Grammar Patterns
((for sth.)) an initiative for sth. An initiative for more environmental protection.
((against sth.)) an initiative against sth. An initiative against the construction project.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bürgerbegehren, Petition
Etymology
From 'Volk' (people) + 's' (linking element) + 'Initiative' (initiative). Literally 'people's initiative'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'initiative' started by the 'folk' (people). This helps to remember it's a process started by citizens.