die Doppelspitze
Translation
dual leadership, two-person leadership, two strikers
Examples
Die Partei wird von einer Doppelspitze geführt.
The party is led by a dual leadership.
Der Trainer setzt auf eine Doppelspitze im Sturm.
The coach is relying on two strikers up front.
Grammar Patterns
to form a dual leadership ((et4)) to form a dual leadership The two politicians form a dual leadership.
to rely on two strikers ((auf+4)) to rely on two strikers The coach relies on two strikers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Führung (leadership), Leitung (management)
Etymology
Composed of 'Doppel' (double) and 'Spitze' (peak, top, leader). It literally means 'double peak' or 'double top'.
Memory Tips
Imagine two people standing together at the 'Spitze' (peak) of a company or a political party.