die Generaldirektion
Translation
directorate-general, general directorate, head office
Examples
Er arbeitet in der Generaldirektion.
He works in the directorate-general.
Die Generaldirektion ist für die Strategie verantwortlich.
The directorate-general is responsible for the strategy.
Grammar Patterns
in der Generaldirektion arbeiten to work in the directorate-general He works in the Directorate-General for Environment.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Hauptverwaltung (head office), Zentrale (headquarters)
Etymology
From 'General' (general) + 'Direktion' (directorate, management). A direct cognate of 'general directorate'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'General' as in 'chief' or 'main', and 'Direktion' as 'directorate'. It's the main administrative body of a large organisation.