Kanzler-Machtwort

/ˈkant͡slɐ ˈmaxtvɔʁt/
a decisive statement by the chancellor

Der Kanzler sprach ein Machtwort, um die Debatte zu beenden.

The chancellor issued a decisive statement to end the debate.


formal

A strong, authoritative statement made by the chancellor (usually in Germany or Austria) to resolve a dispute or enforce a decision.

Nach wochenlangen Verhandlungen sprach der Kanzler ein Machtwort und setzte die Reform durch.

After weeks of negotiations, the chancellor issued a decisive statement and pushed through the reform.

This phrase is often used in political contexts to describe a final, unchallengeable decision by the chancellor.

Related Phrases

ein Machtwort fallen lassenphrase
to drop a decisive statement

Pro Tip

Political Context

This phrase is typically used in political discussions about government decisions.

Gold Rule

Authority

The phrase emphasizes the chancellor's authority to make final decisions.

Word Origin

Composed of 'Kanzler' (chancellor) and 'Machtwort' (powerful word), emphasizing the authority of the chancellor's statement.

Usage Notes

This phrase is specific to German-speaking countries and is used to describe a final, authoritative decision by the chancellor.

Word Breakdown

Kanzler
chancellor
root
+
Machtwort
powerful word
root
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