Vetternwirtschaft Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Vetternwirtschaft" is used as noun with the meaning of "nepotism", "cronyism" or "favoritism".

Essential properties of "Vetternwirtschaft"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: feminine
  • Singular: die Vetternwirtschaft
  • Plural: die Vetternwirtschaften
  • Composition: compound noun formed by Vetter, Wirtschaft

Meanings of "Vetternwirtschaft" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Favoring relatives or friends in public office or business"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. In der Firma herrscht Vetternwirtschaft, da nur Verwandte befördert werden.There is nepotism in the company, as only relatives are promoted.
  2. Die Vetternwirtschaft in der Politik ist weit verbreitet.Nepotism in politics is widespread.
  3. Viele Mitarbeiter klagen über Vetternwirtschaft im Unternehmen.Many employees complain about nepotism in the company.
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