der Anführer
Translation
leader, chief, commander, ringleader
Examples
Er ist der Anführer der Opposition.
He is the leader of the opposition.
Ein guter Anführer hört seinem Team zu.
A good leader listens to their team.
Grammar Patterns
the leader ((of sth.)) the leader of something He is the leader of the opposition.
Similar Words
Synonyms: leader, chief; Antonyms: follower, subordinate
Etymology
From the prefix 'an-' (at, on) and the verb 'führen' (to lead). Literally, 'one who leads at the front'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who is 'an' (on) the front line, 'führen' (leading) the group.