der Generalinspektor
Translation
inspector general
Examples
Der Generalinspektor prüft die Berichte.
The inspector general checks the reports.
Er ist der Generalinspektor der Bundeswehr.
He is the Inspector General of the German Armed Forces.
Grammar Patterns
((as a noun)) to work as an inspector general als Generalinspektor arbeiten
((of sth.)) to be the inspector general of sth. der Generalinspektor von etwas sein
Similar Words
Synonyms: chief supervisor (Oberaufseher)
Etymology
A compound of 'General' (general, overall) and 'Inspektor' (inspector). Literally 'general inspector'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'General' who 'inspects' everything. This is the highest-ranking inspector.