Gleichberechtigung — meaning in English

English meaning

• equality noun The state of being equal, especially in rights, status, or opportunities.
• equity noun Fairness and impartiality, especially in the way people are treated.

Senses

Gleichberechtigung is used for these senses in English:

• equal rights The concept that every person is to be treated equally by the law.
• equality The equal treatment of people irrespective of social or cultural differences.
• equity Fairness, impartiality, or justice as determined in light of "natural law" or "natural right".

equity — full definition

1. noun Fairness and impartiality, especially in the way people are treated.
2. noun Finance: the value of an owned property or business after debts are subtracted; ownership stakes in a company (shares).

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