der Leiter
Translation
leader, manager, ladder, conductor
Examples
Das ist das Büro des Leiters.
This is the leader's office.
Eine Sprosse des Leiters ist kaputt.
A rung of the ladder is broken.
Grammar Patterns
of the leader/ladder (genitive) Das ist das Büro des Leiters.
Similar Words
Synonyms (leader): Chef, Vorgesetzter. Synonyms (ladder): Steige
Etymology
From the verb 'leiten' (to lead, to conduct). It leads people (leader), leads you upwards (ladder), or conducts electricity (conductor).
Memory Tips
Remember the verb 'leiten' (to lead). A 'Leiter' can 'lead' a team or 'lead' you up a wall (a ladder).