der Landtagsabgeordnete
Translation
member of a state legislature, state representative
Examples
Ein Landtagsabgeordneter vertritt die Bürger seines Wahlkreises.
A state representative represents the citizens of his electoral district.
Grammar Patterns
((the Landtagsabgeordnete)) as subject The Landtagsabgeordnete is giving a speech.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Parlamentarier (parliamentarian), Volksvertreter (people's representative)
Etymology
Comes from 'Landtag' (state legislature) + 's' (genitive linker) + 'Abgeordneter' (delegate). A delegate to the state legislature.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'Abgeordneter' as someone 'dispatched' or delegated ('abgeordnet') to serve in the 'Landtag'.