English–German

“director” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/diːʁɛkˈtoːʁɪn/

Example

Die Direktorinnen leiteten das Meeting.

The directors led the meeting.

Illustration for Direktorin (director)

How to say “director” in German

“Director” in German is Direktorin.

A woman at the head of an institution, directing its people, resources, or teaching.

Full entry for Direktorin: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Direktorin

Die Direktorin stellte das Jahresbudget vor.

The director presented the annual budget.

Tips for using Direktorin

  • In school contexts, Direktorin commonly means principal, while a film director is usually called a Regisseurin.

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