die Amtssprache
Translation
official language
Examples
Deutsch ist die Amtssprache in Österreich.
German is the official language in Austria.
Kanada hat zwei Amtssprachen.
Canada has two official languages.
Grammar Patterns
the official language ((in+3)) / ((of+3)) Deutsch ist die Amtssprache in Deutschland.
Similar Words
Staatssprache (state language), Landessprache (national language)
Etymology
Composed of 'Amt' (office, official) and 'Sprache' (language).
Memory Tips
Literally the 'office language' - the language ('Sprache') used for official ('Amt') business.