die Verwaltung
Translation
administration, management, government agency
Examples
Die Verwaltung der Stadt ist sehr effizient.
The city's administration is very efficient.
Er arbeitet in der Verwaltung einer großen Firma.
He works in the administration of a large company.
Grammar Patterns
the administration ((of sth.gen)) the administration of a company
to work ((in+dat)) to work in public administration
Similar Words
Synonyms: Administration, Management, Behörde (authority)
Etymology
From the verb `verwalten` (to administer). The prefix `ver-` indicates a process, and `walten` means 'to rule'. The `-ung` suffix forms a feminine noun.
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'wield' (power), which is related to 'walten'. An administration wields authority.