die Delegation
Translation
delegation, deputation
Examples
Eine Delegation reiste nach China.
A delegation traveled to China.
Die Delegation von Aufgaben ist wichtig.
The delegation of tasks is important.
Grammar Patterns
a delegation of sb./sth. a delegation of sb./sth. A delegation of doctors visited the country.
the delegation of sth. the delegation of sth. The delegation of responsibility is crucial.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Abordnung, Vertretung (group); Aufgabenverteilung (act of delegating)
Etymology
From Latin 'delegare' (to send on a mission, assign). The '-ation' suffix denotes an action or result.
Memory Tips
Almost identical to the English 'delegation'. Think of a group of 'delegates' forming a 'delegation'.