das Konsistorium
Translation
consistory, church council
Examples
Das Konsistorium tagte gestern.
The consistory met yesterday.
Die Entscheidung wurde vom Konsistorium getroffen.
The decision was made by the consistory.
Grammar Patterns
das Konsistorium (the consistory) The consistory is an advisory body.
Similar Words
Kirchenrat (church council), Synode (synod), Gremium (committee)
Etymology
From Latin 'consistorium' (place of assembly), from 'consistere' (to stand together).
Memory Tips
Think of 'consist' + '-orium' (like auditorium). It's a place where a council 'consists' or assembles.