amtierend
Translation
incumbent, in office, acting
Examples
Der amtierende Bürgermeister hält eine Rede.
The incumbent mayor is giving a speech.
Sie ist die amtierende Vorsitzende des Vereins.
She is the acting chairperson of the club.
Grammar Patterns
((amtierend)) + Noun incumbent/acting ... The amtierende Kanzlerin is on a trip.
Similar Words
Synonyms: im Amt, diensttuend; Antonyms: ehemalig (former), pensioniert (retired)
Etymology
Derived from 'Amt' (office) + '-ieren' (verb suffix) + '-end' (present participle suffix), meaning 'holding an office'.
Memory Tips
Connect 'Amt' to 'administration' or 'office'. So, 'amtierend' is someone currently in that administrative role.