Werteordnung

value system

noun VER-te-or-dnung Rare

Also means

hierarchy of values

Usage Note

Werteordnung refers to the ranked or structured set of ethical values that guide a person, society, or legal order. The Grundgesetz is often described as having a specific Werteordnung at its core.

Examples

"Die freiheitlich-demokratische Werteordnung steht im Mittelpunkt des Grundgesetzes."

Natural Translation

The liberal-democratic value system is at the heart of the Basic Law.

Literal Translation

The liberal-democratic value-order stands at-the centre of-the Basic-Law.

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