This is the 6043rd most frequent German word.
commissioner
A "commissioner" in German refers to an official or representative appointed to oversee or manage a particular task, duty, or area of responsibility.
The word 'Kommissar' here refers to a law enforcement official, akin to a police commissioner or detective.
Der Kommissar untersuchte den Fall sehr gründlich.
The commissioner investigated the case very thoroughly.
In this sentence, 'Kommissarin' refers to a female commissioner who holds a leadership position, typically in an administrative or organizational setting.
Die Kommissarin leitete die Sitzung mit großer Autorität.
The commissioner chaired the meeting with great authority.
Here, 'Umweltkommissar' describes an official dedicated to environmental issues, emphasizing the specialized domain of the role.