die Erzdiözese
Translation
archdiocese
Examples
Der Erzbischof leitet die Erzdiözese.
The archbishop leads the archdiocese.
Grammar Patterns
die Erzdiözese the archdiocese The archbishop leads the archdiocese.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Erzbistum
Etymology
Composed of the prefix 'Erz-' (arch-, chief) and 'Diözese' (diocese). 'Erz-' comes from the Greek 'archi-' meaning chief or principal.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Erz-' as an amplifier, like in 'Erzengel' (archangel). It signifies a higher rank, so it's a 'chief diocese'.