das Landesamt
Translation
state office, regional authority
Examples
Die Entscheidung des Landesamtes steht fest.
The decision of the state office is final.
Er ist der Leiter des Landesamtes.
He is the head of the state office.
Grammar Patterns
((genitive noun)) of the state office The responsibilities of the state office are clear.
Similar Words
die Behörde (authority), die Verwaltung (administration)
Etymology
A compound of 'Land' (state) + 'Amt' (office). 'Landesamtes' is its genitive form.
Memory Tips
Literally 'Land's Office'. Picture a government office that manages an entire state or region.