Regime
/ʁeˈʒiːm/neuter
The English word 'regime' is translated into German as Regime.
Regime is used to describe a form of government. In German, using the word Regime to describe a government carries a strong negative or derogatory connotation, often implying an authoritarian or oppressive rule.
Meaning: form of government (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
Regime is a neuter noun. The plural form is also Regime. If you need to use the genitive singular to say 'of the regime', use des Regimes.
How do you pronounce it?
/ʁeˈʒiːm/
Did you know?
- Outside of politics, Regime is used in German to describe a strict medical or dietary plan, such as a Therapieregime.
- The German word Regime shares its linguistic DNA with the English word 'regiment'. Both descend from the Latin 'regere', meaning 'to guide' or 'to rule'.
- Using Regime to describe a democratic administration in Germany can actually result in accusations of being provocatively biased or politically aggressive.
Examples in context
- Das Volk will das Regime stürzen.The people want to overthrow the regime.This sentence demonstrates using Regime in the context of a people wanting to overthrow a government.Tatoeba #11724000 by Yorwba, translation #8986221 by shekitten
- Das Regime wurde von Rebellenmilizen gestürzt.The regime was overthrown by rebel militias.This sentence shows how Regime can be used when discussing a government being overthrown by militias.Tatoeba #3923839 by Esperantostern, translation #3922805 by Damari
- Das Volk will das Regime um jeden Preis stürzen.The people are determined to topple the regime at any cost.This sentence illustrates the determination to topple a Regime at any cost.Tatoeba #12381229 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #12381084 by ddnktr
- Die autoritäre Regierung hat ihre Macht gefestigt.The authoritarian regime has consolidated its power.
- Das kommunistische Regierungssystem wurde abgelöst.The communist government system has been replaced.
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Example conversation
Lukas and Sarah are discussing a news report about an international conflict.
- LukasDieses Regime ist wirklich grausam.This regime is truly cruel.
- SarahJa, das sieht man in den Nachrichten.Yes, you can see that in the news.
- LukasDie Menschen dort leiden sehr.The people there are suffering a lot.
- SarahDas ist wirklich traurig.That is truly sad.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “regime” translations and entries Regime, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Regime, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
