No. 6,043 in German
commissioner
A "commissioner" in German refers to an official or representative appointed to oversee or manage a particular task, duty, or area of responsibility.
In a sentence
Der Kommissar untersuchte den Fall sehr gründlich.
The commissioner investigated the case very thoroughly.
The word 'Kommissar' here refers to a law enforcement official, akin to a police commissioner or detective.
Die Kommissarin leitete die Sitzung mit großer Autorität.
The commissioner chaired the meeting with great authority.
In this sentence, 'Kommissarin' refers to a female commissioner who holds a leadership position, typically in an administrative or organizational setting.
Der Umweltkommissar setzte sich für strengere Vorschriften ein.
The environmental commissioner advocated for stricter regulations.
Here, 'Umweltkommissar' describes an official dedicated to environmental issues, emphasizing the specialized domain of the role.
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