Translation of German word "Bevölkerung" to English
dieBevölkerung
/bəˈvœlkʁʊŋ/
Meaning
NounThe people living within a political or geographical boundary.
How to use
The feminine noun Bevölkerung ('population / public') declines regularly (plural Bevölkerungen). It is derived from Volk (people/nation).
🇬🇧 English
population
Example
Die Bevölkerung ist zufrieden.
The population is satisfied.
Die Bevölkerung bestellt ein Buch.
The population orders a book.
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Common phrases
- einheimische Bevölkerung— indigenous / local population
- Bevölkerungswachstum— population growth (related)
- städtische Bevölkerung— urban population
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What is the definition of the German word "die Bevölkerung"?▼
The German word "die Bevölkerung" is defined as: "The people living within a political or geographical boundary."
What does the German word "die Bevölkerung" mean?▼
The German word "die Bevölkerung" means "population" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Bevölkerung ist zufrieden." (which translates as "The population is satisfied.").
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