die Spitzenkandidatin
Translation
lead candidate (female), top candidate (female)
Examples
Sie ist die Spitzenkandidatin ihrer Partei für die Wahl.
She is her party's lead candidate for the election.
Grammar Patterns
to be ((the)) lead candidate ((for sth.)) to be the main female candidate for something. She is the lead candidate for the office.
Similar Words
Synonyms: front-runner, main candidate
Etymology
From 'Spitze' (top, lead) + 'Kandidatin' (female candidate).
Memory Tips
The female candidate at the 'Spitze' (top) of the party list.