das Bürgeramt
Translation
citizens' office, registry office, civic center
Examples
Ich muss zum Bürgeramt, um mich anzumelden.
I have to go to the citizens' office to register.
Das Bürgeramt hat neue Öffnungszeiten.
The citizens' office has new opening hours.
Grammar Patterns
to go to the citizens' office I have to go to the citizens' office tomorrow.
to work at the citizens' office She works at the citizens' office.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Einwohnermeldeamt, Meldebehörde
Etymology
Composed of 'Bürger' (citizen) and 'Amt' (office). Literally 'citizen's office'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the central 'office' ('Amt') where every 'citizen' ('Bürger') has to go for official paperwork.