amtierend
Translation
incumbent, in office, acting
Examples
Der amtierende Bürgermeister hält eine Rede.
The incumbent mayor is giving a speech.
Sie ist die amtierende Vorsitzende des Vereins.
She is the acting chairperson of the club.
Grammar Patterns
((amtierend)) + Noun incumbent/acting ... The amtierende Kanzlerin is on a trip.
Similar Words
Synonyms: im Amt, diensttuend; Antonyms: ehemalig (former), pensioniert (retired)
Etymology
From 'Amt' (office) + '-ieren' (verb suffix) + '-end' (present participle suffix). It means 'serving in an office'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone 'acting' in an 'Amt' (office). This directly relates to the meaning 'incumbent' or 'acting'.