das Staatsamt
Translation
public offices, government agencies, state departments
Examples
Er arbeitet in verschiedenen Staatsämtern.
He works in various public offices.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to hold a public office Er bekleidet ein hohes Staatsamt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Behörde (authority), Ministerium (ministry)
Etymology
Composed of 'Staat' (state) and 'Amt' (office).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'state' employee working in an 'office' (Amt). This is a Staatsamt.