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night watchman state in German

night watchman state in German is Nachtwächterstaat, Minimalstaat.

night watchman state in German

Nachtwächterstaat

noun

(political philosophy) Government that is limited to a bare minimum of functions, usually just military, police, and courts.

Minimalstaat

noun

(political philosophy) Government that is limited to a bare minimum of functions, usually just military, police, and courts.

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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 "night watchman state" in German?

"night watchman state" in German is Nachtwächterstaat, Minimalstaat.

Are there other ways to say "night watchman state" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "night watchman state": Nachtwächterstaat, Minimalstaat.

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