der Rathauschef
Translation
mayor, head of the town hall
Examples
Der Rathauschef hielt eine Rede.
The mayor gave a speech.
Sie wurde zur neuen Rathauschefin gewählt.
She was elected as the new mayor.
Grammar Patterns
work ((as)) Rathauschef to work as mayor He works as the mayor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bürgermeister, Oberbürgermeister (Lord Mayor)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Rathaus' (town hall) + 'Chef' (chief, boss). Literally 'town hall chief'.
Memory Tips
Break it down into its parts: 'Rat' (council) + 'Haus' (house) + 'Chef' (chief). The chief of the council house.