die Kämmerei
Translation
treasury, finance department (municipal), bursar's office
Examples
Die Kämmerei verwaltet die Finanzen der Stadt.
The treasury manages the city's finances.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) treasury The treasury creates the budget plan.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Finanzabteilung, Schatzamt
Etymology
From 'Kämmerer' (chamberlain/treasurer), who historically managed the 'Kammer' (chamber, treasury) of a lord.
Memory Tips
Think of the treasurer 'combing' (kämmen) through the city's finances to keep them in order.