der Direktor
Translation
director, manager, principal
Examples
Der Direktor leitet die Firma.
The director manages the company.
Der Direktor der Schule ist sehr streng.
The school principal is very strict.
Ich habe einen Termin beim Direktor.
I have an appointment with the director.
Grammar Patterns
Direktor ((of sth.)) director/principal of sth. Der Direktor der Schule ist neu.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Leiter (leader), Chef (boss), Vorgesetzter (superior)
Etymology
From Latin 'director', meaning 'one who directs'. Cognate with the English word 'director'.
Memory Tips
Think of a movie 'director' or the 'director' of a company. The word is very similar in many languages.