cronyism in German

cronyism in German is Vetternwirtschaft, Freunderlwirtschaft, Nepotismus.

cronyism in German

Vetternwirtschaft

noun

(originally, US, derogatory) Favouritism to friends without regard for their qualifications; especially (politics) , in their appointment to political positions.

Freunderlwirtschaft

noun

(originally, US, derogatory) Favouritism to friends without regard for their qualifications; especially (politics) , in their appointment to political positions.

Nepotismus

noun

(originally, US, derogatory) Favouritism to friends without regard for their qualifications; especially (politics) , in their appointment to political positions.

Günstlingswirtschaft

noun

(originally, US, derogatory) Favouritism to friends without regard for their qualifications; especially (politics) , in their appointment to political positions.

Klüngel

noun

(originally, US, derogatory) Favouritism to friends without regard for their qualifications; especially (politics) , in their appointment to political positions.

Ämterpatronage

noun

(originally, US, derogatory) Favouritism to friends without regard for their qualifications; especially (politics) , in their appointment to political positions.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "cronyism" in German?

"cronyism" in German is Vetternwirtschaft, Freunderlwirtschaft, Nepotismus.

Are there other ways to say "cronyism" in German?

Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "cronyism": Vetternwirtschaft, Freunderlwirtschaft, Nepotismus, Günstlingswirtschaft, Klüngel, Ämterpatronage.

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