How is the word Bürokratie translated from German to English

English translation
Red tape
noun

Übermäßige Vorschriften und Abläufe, die alles verzögern.

Excessive official rules and procedures causing delay.

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  • Die Bürokratie bremst unser Projekt erheblich. — The red tape slows down our project significantly.

  • Kannst du mir helfen, die Bürokratie zu durchbrechen? — Can you help me cut through the red tape?

  • Vor dem Start müssen wir durch die Bürokratie. — We must navigate the red tape before starting.

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