grunnlov
noun - en
constitution
lov som fastsetter et lands forfatning
constitution
German
B1Intermediate
Grunnloven gir oss viktige rettigheter.
The constitution gives us important rights.
Grunnloven bygger på en maktfordeling mellom ulike statlige organer.
The constitution is based on a separation of powers between different state institutions.
Grunnloven skal blant annet hindre en for sterk maktkonsentrasjon hos én person.
Among other things, the constitution is intended to prevent too much power from being concentrated in one person.
Nye lover må være i samsvar med grunnloven.
New laws must be in accordance with the constitution.
Grunnloven sikrer selvbestemmelsesrett for alle innbyggere.
The Norwegian Constitution guarantees the right to self-determination for all citizens.