der Landeshauptmann
Translation
governor (of an Austrian state), state governor
Examples
Der Landeshauptmann hält morgen eine Rede.
The state governor is giving a speech tomorrow.
Sie wurde zur neuen Landeshauptfrau gewählt.
She was elected as the new female state governor.
Grammar Patterns
der Landeshauptmann von sth. (of a place) the governor of... The governor of Tyrol is giving a speech.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Governor, Minister-President (German equivalent)
Etymology
Composed of 'Land' (state) + 'Haupt' (head) + 'Mann' (man). Literally 'state-head-man'.
Memory Tips
Break the word down to remember it: 'Landes-haupt-mann' → 'of the state'-'head'-'man'.