No. 1,913 in German
amtierende
"Amtierende" means "incumbent" or "currently holding office."
In a sentence
Die amtierende Kanzlerin sprach über die neue Regelung.
The acting Chancellor spoke about the new regulation.
Here, 'amtierende' describes the current Chancellor while fulfilling her official duties.
Das amtierende Weltmeisterteam hat alle Spiele gewonnen.
The reigning world champion team has won all their games.
In this context, 'amtierende' refers to holding a championship title.
Der amtierende Bürgermeister wurde erneut gewählt.
The incumbent mayor was re-elected.
'Amtierende' conveys the notion of currently holding the office of mayor.
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