die Letztentscheidungsbefugnis
Translation
final decision-making authority, ultimate power of decision
Examples
Der Geschäftsführer hat die Letztentscheidungsbefugnis.
The managing director has the final decision-making authority.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) has the final decision-making authority ((for sth.)) to have the final say (on sth.) The board has the final decision-making authority for the project.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Entscheidungsgewalt, Vetorecht (in some contexts)
Etymology
A compound noun: 'Letzt' (last/final) + 'Entscheidung' (decision) + '-s-' (linking element) + 'Befugnis' (authority/power).
Memory Tips
Break it down to remember: Last-Decision-Authority. It's the authority to make the final decision.