der Unionsspitzenkandidat
Translation
lead candidate of the Union parties, Union's top candidate
Examples
Der Unionsspitzenkandidat nahm an der Debatte teil.
The Union's lead candidate took part in the debate.
Grammar Patterns
[Noun] Used as a subject. Der Unionsspitzenkandidat führt die Wahlliste an.
Similar Words
Unionskanzlerkandidat, Parteivorsitzender
Etymology
A compound of Union (the CDU/CSU alliance) + Spitze (top, peak) + Kandidat (candidate).
Memory Tips
Remember that 'Spitze' means 'peak' or 'top'. This is the 'top candidate' leading the party's list in an election.