der Vorsitzende
Translation
chairman, chairperson, president, chair
Examples
Der Vorsitzende eröffnet die Sitzung.
The chairman opens the meeting.
Er wurde zum Vorsitzenden gewählt.
He was elected chairman.
Grammar Patterns
to elect ((sb.)) ((as sth.)) to elect sb. as sth. He was elected chairman.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Präsident (president), Leiter (leader)
Etymology
From 'Vor-' (before, in front) + 'sitzend' (sitting). Literally 'the one sitting in front'.
Memory Tips
Picture someone 'sitting' ('sitzen') at the 'front' ('Vor') of a table, leading a meeting.