C1 noun Formell

constitution

/ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃn/

A constitution is the system of fundamental principles and laws that govern a nation, state, or social group, determining the powers and duties of the government and guaranteeing certain rights to the people. It can also refer to the physical makeup, structure, or health of a person or object.

Beispiele

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Despite the harsh winter, he remained healthy thanks to his robust constitution.

He stayed well during the cold season because he has a very strong physical build and health.

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The Supreme Court is responsible for ensuring that all new legislation is in accordance with the national constitution.

The highest court checks that new laws follow the fundamental legal framework of the country.

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I don't know how she stays out so late; I just don't have the constitution for it anymore.

I don't have the physical energy or stamina to stay awake that late.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
constitution
Verb
constitute
Adverb
constitutionally
Adjektiv
constitutional
Verwandt
constituency
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Merkhilfe

Think of the verb 'constitute' (to make up). A constitution is what 'makes up' a country's laws or what 'makes up' a person's body.

Schnelles Quiz

The president's actions were declared ______ by the supreme court, meaning they violated the nation's fundamental laws.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: unconstitutional

Beispiele

1

Despite the harsh winter, he remained healthy thanks to his robust constitution.

everyday

He stayed well during the cold season because he has a very strong physical build and health.

2

The Supreme Court is responsible for ensuring that all new legislation is in accordance with the national constitution.

formal

The highest court checks that new laws follow the fundamental legal framework of the country.

3

I don't know how she stays out so late; I just don't have the constitution for it anymore.

informal

I don't have the physical energy or stamina to stay awake that late.

4

The academic paper analyzes the shift from an unwritten to a written constitution in emerging democracies.

academic

The scholarly article examines how new democracies move toward a formal, documented legal framework.

5

The board of directors proposed several amendments to the company's constitution to improve transparency.

business

The leaders suggested changes to the organization's internal rules and governing principles.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
constitution
Verb
constitute
Adverb
constitutionally
Adjektiv
constitutional
Verwandt
constituency

Häufige Kollokationen

written constitution A formal document outlining the laws of a state.
robust constitution A strong and healthy physical makeup.
uphold the constitution To support and defend the fundamental laws.
unconstitutional act An action that goes against the established principles of government.
draft a constitution To write the initial version of a governing document.

Häufige Phrasen

iron constitution

Exceptional physical strength or the ability to resist illness.

constitutional right

A legal entitlement protected by the country's supreme law.

by virtue of its constitution

Because of the way something is inherently formed or structured.

Wird oft verwechselt mit

constitution vs institution

An institution is an established organization or society, while a constitution is the set of rules that governs it.

constitution vs constituent

A constituent is a component part or a voting member, whereas the constitution is the whole structure or set of laws.

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Nutzungshinweise

Use 'constitution' when referring to the most high-level legal framework of a country. In a medical or biological sense, use it to describe a person's inherent health or stamina.

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often limit the word to politics; remember that it can also describe physical health (e.g., 'a delicate constitution').

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Merkhilfe

Think of the verb 'constitute' (to make up). A constitution is what 'makes up' a country's laws or what 'makes up' a person's body.

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Wortherkunft

Derived from the Latin 'constitutio', meaning an arrangement, settlement, or established condition.

Grammatikmuster

Countable when referring to specific legal documents (e.g., 'The constitutions of both nations'). Uncountable when referring to physical health or the general makeup of something.
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Kultureller Kontext

In the United States, 'The Constitution' (capitalized) refers specifically to the 1787 document which is viewed with significant historical and legal reverence.

Schnelles Quiz

The president's actions were declared ______ by the supreme court, meaning they violated the nation's fundamental laws.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: unconstitutional

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