die Amtsperiode
Translation
term of office, tenure
Examples
Seine Amtsperiode dauert vier Jahre.
His term of office lasts four years.
Die erste Amtsperiode war sehr erfolgreich.
The first term of office was very successful.
Grammar Patterns
((the term of office)) ((of sb.)) the term of office of sb. The president's term of office is five years.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Amtszeit, Mandat
Etymology
Composed of 'Amt' (office, post) and 'Periode' (period). Literally means 'office period'.
Memory Tips
Think of a timeline or 'period' for holding an 'Amt' (office).