German word

Chefin

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃɛfɪn/

Meaning

  • feminine nounboss

Example

Ich habe eine neue Chefin.

I have a new boss.

Illustration for Chefin (boss)

More examples

Ich spreche oft mit meiner Chefin über Projekte.

I often speak with my boss about projects.

Core concept

A woman at the head of a workplace, directing people and decisions.

Common phrases

  • mit meiner Chefin sprechen

    speak with my boss

  • als Chefin arbeiten

    work as a boss

Similar words

Vorgesetzte: A person in a higher position who gives instructions and manages staff.
Führungskraft: A person with responsibility for leading others in an organization.
Chef: A man responsible for directing staff and workplace decisions.

Definition in German

Die weibliche Form von 'Chef' für eine Person mit Führungsverantwortung in Beruf oder Organisation.

Word origin

Chefin combines the French-derived noun Chef with the productive feminine suffix -in.

Usage tips

  • Chefin is feminine, so the definite article is die and the plural is Chefinnen.

Other meanings

  • superiornoun

Opposites

Related words

  • Chefbossnoun
  • Chefpostenmanagement positionnoun

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