Länderkammer
chamber of the states; second chamber (informal name for Bundesrat)
noun LEN-der-kah-mer Rare
Usage Note
Länderkammer is an informal synonym for Bundesrat; it emphasises the Bundesrat's role as the representative body of Germany's federal states (Länder), used mainly in political commentary and teaching.
Examples
"Als Länderkammer hat der Bundesrat ein suspensives Vetorecht bei Bundesgesetzen."
Natural Translation
As the chamber of the states the Bundesrat has a suspensive veto on federal laws.
Literal Translation
As chamber of the states the Bundesrat has a suspensive veto right with federal laws.
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