die Befugte / der Befugte
Translation
authorized person
Examples
Die Befugte hat die Akte unterzeichnet.
The authorized person signed the file.
Bitte wenden Sie sich an einen Befugten.
Please contact an authorized person.
Grammar Patterns
der/die Befugte the authorized person The authorized person will inform you.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die berechtigte Person (the entitled person), der Verantwortliche (the responsible person)
Etymology
A nominalized adjective, from 'befugt' (authorized). It means 'the authorized one'.
Memory Tips
Simply the adjective 'befugt' turned into a noun. Remember to use 'der' for male and 'die' for female.