der Minister
Translation
minister, secretary
Examples
Der Minister hält eine wichtige Rede.
The minister is giving an important speech.
Er ist der neue Minister für Wirtschaft.
He is the new secretary of commerce.
Die Journalisten befragen den Minister.
The journalists are questioning the minister.
Grammar Patterns
Minister/Secretary for sth. secretary for sth. He is the Secretary for Education.
to be appointed as minister/secretary to be appointed as secretary She was appointed as secretary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: secretary, cabinet member; Antonyms: (none)
Etymology
From Latin 'minister', meaning 'servant, attendant'. It's the same root as the English word 'minister'.
Memory Tips
Looks and means the same as English 'minister'. In the US context, this often corresponds to a 'Secretary' (e.g., Secretary of State).