Bürokratie
bureaucracy
The German word 'Bürokratie' is used to describe a system of government in which most of the important decisions are made by state officials rather than by elected representatives. It is derived from the French word 'bureaucratie', which was coined in the 18th century. The term is often used to criticize complex administrative procedures and the power of unelected officials.
Example sentences using: Bürokratie
Die Bürokratie in diesem Land macht es wirklich schwierig, ein Geschäft zu gründen.
The bureaucracy in this country makes it really hard to start a business.
This sentence is expressing a common complaint about bureaucratic processes making it difficult to set up a business, due to various regulations, paperwork and approval processes.
Bürokratie kann manchmal zur Verzögerung von Projekten führen.
Bureaucracy can sometimes lead to project delays.
The phrase indicates that bureaucracy, often in the form of numerous rules and procedures, can cause delays in the execution of projects. This can encompass anything from governmental to corporate projects.
Ohne Bürokratie wäre unser Gesellschaftssystem kaum denkbar.
Without bureaucracy, our social system would be hardly conceivable.
This sentence suggests that despite its negative aspects, bureaucracy is seen as an integral part of maintaining a functioning society, as it enables a systematic organization and implementation of rules and regulations.