der Generalvikar
Translation
vicar general
Examples
Der Bischof ernennt seinen Generalvikar.
The bishop appoints his vicar general.
Grammar Patterns
to appoint ((sb.)) as vicar general The bishop appoints him as vicar general.
Similar Words
Stellvertreter (deputy), Bischofsvikar (episcopal vicar)
Etymology
Composed of 'General' (general, chief) and 'Vikar' (vicar, deputy). It refers to a bishop's principal deputy.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'general' assistant to a bishop, handling general administrative duties.