der Honorarkonsul
Translation
honorary consul
Examples
Er wurde zum Honorarkonsul ernannt.
He was appointed honorary consul.
Der Honorarkonsul hilft Bürgern im Ausland.
The honorary consul helps citizens abroad.
Grammar Patterns
Noun ((sb.)) to be/become an honorary consul Er ist Honorarkonsul.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Konsul (consul), Diplomat (diplomat)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Honorar' (honorarium, fee, from Latin 'honor') and 'Konsul' (consul). It literally means 'honor consul'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Honorar' is related to 'honor' and 'Konsul' is 'consul'. So, it's a consul who serves for honour.