das Präsidium
Translation
presidium, executive board, presidency, chair
Examples
Das Präsidium trifft sich einmal im Monat.
The executive board meets once a month.
Er wurde in das Präsidium des Vereins gewählt.
He was elected to the club's executive committee.
Grammar Patterns
[Noun] The executive committee of an organization. The Präsidium made an important decision.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Vorstand (board), Leitung (management), Führungsgremium (leading body)
Etymology
From Latin `praesidium` (protection, garrison), derived from `praesidere` (to preside).
Memory Tips
Think of the group that 'presides' over an organization, similar to a 'president'.