German word

Klubobmann

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈklʊpɔpˌman/

Meaning

  • masculine nounparliamentary group leader

Example

Die Aussage des Klubobmanns war wichtig.

The statement by the parliamentary group leader was important.

Illustration for Klubobmann (parliamentary group leader)

More examples

Der amtierende Klubobmann verteidigte die Fraktionsentscheidung.

The incumbent parliamentary group leader defended the parliamentary group's decision.

Core concept

One prominent member stands before a parliamentary caucus, coordinates its position, and speaks for the group outside the chamber.

Common phrases

  • amtierender Klubobmann

    incumbent parliamentary group leader

  • Rede des Klubobmanns

    speech by the parliamentary group leader

  • Konflikt mit dem Klubobmann

    conflict with the parliamentary group leader

Similar words

Fraktionsvorsitzender: The parliamentary caucus leader who speaks officially and negotiates with outside parties.
Fraktionsleiter: The person who organizes a parliamentary caucus's work and coordinates with outside parties.
Fraktionssprecher: The designated public voice issuing statements on behalf of a parliamentary caucus.

Definition in German

Klubobmann bezeichnet die Person, die einen parlamentarischen Klub oder eine Fraktion führt und die Gruppe nach außen vertritt.

Word origin

The compound joins borrowed German Klub, meaning an organized group, with Obmann, a traditional term for a male leader or chair.

Usage tips

  • In German political usage, Klubobmann is especially associated with Austria, while Fraktionsvorsitzender is more usual in Germany.

Other meanings

  • caucus leadernoun

Opposites

  • Basismitgliedrank-and-file membernoun

Related words

  • Klubobmannwahlparliamentary group leader electionnoun
  • Obmanngroup leadernoun

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