die Landeshauptfrau
Translation
female state governor, female premier (of a federal state)
Examples
Die Landeshauptfrau hielt eine Rede.
The female state governor gave a speech.
Sie wurde zur neuen Landeshauptfrau gewählt.
She was elected as the new female state governor.
Grammar Patterns
((die Landeshauptfrau)) as subject + verb The female state governor opens the session.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gouverneurin (governor), Ministerpräsidentin (female minister-president)
Etymology
From 'Land' (state) + 'Haupt' (head) + 'Frau' (woman). It literally translates to 'state's head woman'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Haupt-Frau' (main woman) leading a 'Land' (federal state). This is a specific title, mainly in Austria.