die Zuständigkeit
Translation
responsibility, jurisdiction, competence
Examples
Das liegt nicht in meiner Zuständigkeit.
That is not my responsibility.
Grammar Patterns
the responsibility ((for sth.)) The responsibility for the project lies with her.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Verantwortung (responsibility), Kompetenz (competence), Befugnis (authority)
Etymology
From the adjective 'zuständig' (responsible) + the noun-forming suffix '-keit'.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-keit' often turns adjectives into abstract nouns, similar to '-ness' or '-ity' in English.