die Landeshauptfrau
Translation
female state governor, female premier (of a federal state)
Examples
Die Landeshauptfrau hielt eine Rede.
The female state governor gave a speech.
Sie wurde zur neuen Landeshauptfrau gewählt.
She was elected as the new female state governor.
Grammar Patterns
((die Landeshauptfrau)) as subject + verb The female state governor opens the session.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gouverneurin (governor), Ministerpräsidentin (female minister-president)
Etymology
Composed of 'Land' (state), 'Haupt' (head), and 'Frau' (woman). Literally means 'head woman of the state'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: The 'Haupt-Frau' (main woman) of a 'Land' (federal state). This term is primarily used in Austria.