Also means
nationality
Usage Note
Staatsangehörigkeit is the formal legal bond between an individual and a state. German nationality law (Staatsangehörigkeitsgesetz) grants it primarily by descent (ius sanguinis), with naturalisation after five years of lawful residence.
Examples
"Sie beantragte die deutsche Staatsangehörigkeit nach acht Jahren in Deutschland."
Natural Translation
She applied for German citizenship after eight years in Germany.
Literal Translation
She applied-for the German citizenship after eight years in Germany.
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Related Words
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- Anfechtungsklage action for annulment
- Angeklagte defendant
- Anhörung hearing; right to be heard (before a decision is made)
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