No. 217 in German
präsident
"President" (a leader or head of a state, organization, or institution).
In a sentence
Der Präsident der Universität hielt eine inspirierende Rede.
The president of the university gave an inspiring speech.
Here, 'Präsident' refers to the head or leading figure of an academic institution, demonstrating its professional and formal use.
In der Diskussion hat der Clubpräsident seine Meinung deutlich gemacht.
During the discussion, the club president made his opinion clear.
Here, 'Präsident' is used to describe the leading figure of a local or private organization, showcasing its implementation in various governance roles.
Der Präsident des Landes wurde durch eine Wahl bestimmt.
The president of the country was elected through an election.
Here, 'Präsident' refers to the national title for the head of a state or country, illustrating its political connotation.
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