das Staatsoberhaupt
Translation
head of state
Examples
Das Staatsoberhaupt repräsentiert das Land.
The head of state represents the country.
Der Präsident ist das Staatsoberhaupt der Republik.
The president is the head of state of the republic.
Grammar Patterns
(the) head of state The king is the head of state.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Staatschef, Präsident, Monarch
Etymology
From 'Staat' (state), 's' (linking element), and 'Oberhaupt' (head, chief). 'Ober' means 'upper' and 'Haupt' means 'head'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'upper head' ('Ober' + 'Haupt') of the state. This is the highest representative.