der Landesvorstand
Translation
state executive board, state committee, regional board
Examples
Der Landesvorstand trifft sich monatlich.
The state executive board meets monthly.
Sie wurde in den Landesvorstand gewählt.
She was elected to the state executive board.
Grammar Patterns
((the Landesvorstand)) ((as subject)) as a subject The state executive board has decided on the new guidelines.
Similar Words
Bundesvorstand, Regionalausschuss, Gremium
Etymology
A compound of 'Landes-' (of the state) and 'Vorstand' (executive board). 'Vorstand' is derived from 'vor-' (before) and 'stehen' (to stand), implying people who stand at the front to lead.
Memory Tips
Imagine a board of executives ('Vorstand') standing before a map of a state ('Land'), making decisions for that region.