die Intendantin
Translation
female artistic director, female general manager (of a theater, opera, etc.)
Examples
Die Intendantin leitet das städtische Theater.
The female director manages the municipal theater.
Die neue Intendantin stellte den Spielplan vor.
The new female director presented the performance schedule.
Grammar Patterns
die Intendantin ((of sth.)) the female director of sth. The female director of the theater is very well-known.
Similar Words
Direktorin (female director), Leiterin (female leader)
Etymology
From French 'intendant', from Latin 'intendere' (to direct one's attention to). The suffix '-in' marks the feminine form in German.
Memory Tips
Think of a woman who has the 'intention' to lead a theater or cultural institution.