der Diözesanbischof
Translation
diocesan bishop
Examples
Der Diözesanbischof besuchte die Pfarrei.
The diocesan bishop visited the parish.
Grammar Patterns
(as subject) as a subject Der Diözesanbischof hält eine Messe.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ordinary; Antonyms: auxiliary bishop, titular bishop
Etymology
A compound of 'Diözese' (diocese) and 'Bischof' (bishop). 'Bischof' is from the Greek 'episkopos' (overseer).
Memory Tips
Simply combine the concepts: a 'bishop' (Bischof) who governs a 'diocese' (Diözese).