das Bezirksamt
Translation
district office, borough council office
Examples
Ich muss morgen zum Bezirksamt gehen.
I have to go to the district office tomorrow.
Das Bezirksamt ist für die Anmeldung zuständig.
The district office is responsible for registration.
Grammar Patterns
zu+3 gehen to go to ((a place)) I have to go to the district office.
für+4 zuständig sein to be responsible for ((sth.)) The district office is responsible for registration.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bürgeramt (citizens' office), Verwaltung (administration)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Bezirk' (district) and 'Amt' (office). Literally 'district office'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Bezirk's Amt' is the 'district's office'. Very straightforward.