das Richteramt
Translation
judgeship, judicial office, magistracy
Examples
Er strebt das Richteramt an.
He is aspiring to the judicial office.
Sie hat das Richteramt niedergelegt.
She has resigned from her position as a judge.
Grammar Patterns
to aspire to the judicial office (das Richteramt anstreben) He is aspiring to the judicial office.
to hold the judicial office (das Richteramt bekleiden) She has held the judicial office for ten years.
to resign from the judicial office (das Richteramt niederlegen) He has resigned from his judicial office.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Judikatur, Magistratur
Etymology
Composed of 'Richter' (judge) and 'Amt' (office).
Memory Tips
Literally means 'judge's office'. Think of the 'office' or position a 'judge' holds.