der Staatsanwalt
Translation
prosecutor, public prosecutor, district attorney
Examples
Der Staatsanwalt fordert eine hohe Strafe.
The prosecutor is demanding a high penalty.
Sie arbeitet als Staatsanwältin.
She works as a prosecutor.
Grammar Patterns
[as subject] ... does sth. The prosecutor questions the witness.
Similar Words
der Richter (judge), der Verteidiger (defense attorney)
Etymology
From 'Staat' (state) + 'Anwalt' (lawyer). Literally means 'state's lawyer'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: The 'Anwalt' (lawyer) who represents the 'Staat' (state).