German Conversation · Level 77
59 words
German word
Regierungschef
Pronunciation
IPA/ʁeˈgiːʁʊŋsˌʃɛf/
Meaning
- masculine nounprime minister
Example
Der Regierungschef gibt heute eine Pressekonferenz.
The prime minister is holding a press conference today.
More examples
Im Café diskutierten die Leute die Aussagen des Regierungschefs.
In the café, people discussed the prime minister's statements.
Core concept
The person at the top of a government, directing its cabinet and carrying political responsibility.
Common phrases
der amtierende Regierungschef
the incumbent prime minister
das Büro des Regierungschefs
the prime minister's office
ein starker Regierungschef
a powerful prime minister
Similar words
Bundeskanzler: The formal title for the head of Germany's federal government.
Premierminister: The head of a national government who leads its cabinet and administration.
Ministerpräsident: The title for the head of a German state's regional government.
Definition in German
Die Person, die eine Regierung leitet und die politische Verantwortung des Kabinetts trägt.
Word origin
The compound joins Regierung, meaning government, with Chef, meaning chief or person in charge, and thus denotes the head of a government.
Usage tips
- Regierungschef is a general role label rather than an official title, so the exact office may be Bundeskanzler or Ministerpräsident.