die Generaldirektion
Translation
directorate-general, general directorate, headquarters
Examples
Er arbeitet in der Generaldirektion.
He works in the directorate-general.
Die Generaldirektion ist für die Strategie verantwortlich.
The general directorate is responsible for strategy.
Grammar Patterns
in der Generaldirektion arbeiten to work in the directorate-general He works in the Directorate-General for Environment.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Hauptverwaltung (main administration), Zentrale (headquarters)
Etymology
From 'General' (general) + 'Direktion' (directorate). It's a cognate of the English term 'general directorate'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: the 'General' (main) 'Direktion' (directorate). This is the top-level management or administrative division.