der Premierminister
Translation
prime minister
Examples
Der Premierminister hält eine Rede.
The prime minister is giving a speech.
Sie wurde zur Premierministerin gewählt.
She was elected prime minister.
Grammar Patterns
to elect ((sb.)) as prime minister ((zu+3)) to elect (sb.) as prime minister Er wurde zum Premierminister gewählt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kanzler (Chancellor, in Germany/Austria)
Etymology
A compound of 'Premier' (first) and 'Minister'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'premier' or 'primary' minister, the head of government.