der Gouverneur
Translation
governor
Examples
Der Gouverneur hielt eine Rede.
The governor gave a speech.
Er wurde zum Gouverneur des Staates gewählt.
He was elected governor of the state.
Grammar Patterns
((the governor)) ((of sth.)) the governor of sth. The governor of Texas visited Germany.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Statthalter (governor, regent), Regent (regent).
Etymology
From French 'gouverneur', from Latin 'gubernator' (steersman, ruler).
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English word 'governor', making it easy to remember.