der Amtsantritt
Translation
assumption of office, taking office, inauguration
Examples
Sein Amtsantritt wurde groß gefeiert.
His assumption of office was celebrated grandly.
Nach dem Amtsantritt änderte er die Politik.
After taking office, he changed the policy.
Grammar Patterns
the assumption of office ((of sb.)) sb.'s assumption of office The president's assumption of office is tomorrow.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Dienstantritt, Inauguration; Antonyms: Amtsniederlegung (resignation), Rücktritt (resignation)
Etymology
Composed of 'Amt' (office) and 'Antritt' (start, commencement). Literally means 'office start'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'antreten' as 'to step up to' something, like a race. Here, you are stepping up to the 'Amt' (office).