der Prorektor
Translation
vice-chancellor, pro-rector, provost
Examples
Der Prorektor vertritt den Rektor.
The vice-chancellor represents the rector.
Er wurde zum Prorektor ernannt.
He was appointed vice-chancellor.
Grammar Patterns
to appoint ((sb.)) as vice-chancellor She was appointed as vice-chancellor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vice-chancellor, deputy, dean
Etymology
From 'pro-' (for, in place of) + 'Rektor' (rector, head of a university). Literally 'in place of the rector'.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'pro-' often means 'deputy' or 'vice-', as in 'proconsul'. This person acts 'for' the rector.