No. 12,339 in German
verwaltungsrats
"Verwaltungsrats" translates to "board of directors" or "administrative council" in English.
In a sentence
Der Verwaltungsratsvorsitzende leitete die gestrige Sitzung effizient.
The chairman of the board of directors efficiently led yesterday's meeting.
In this sentence, 'Verwaltungsratsvorsitzende' combines 'Verwaltungsrats' (board of directors) and 'Vorsitzende' (chairperson), indicating the leader of the administrative council.
Die Entscheidungen des Verwaltungsrats beeinflussen die Strategie des Unternehmens stark.
The decisions of the board of directors strongly influence the company's strategy.
Here, 'Verwaltungsrats' refers directly to the board of directors as a governing body responsible for organizational strategy.
Ein neuer Verwaltungsratsmitglied wurde gestern gewählt.
A new member of the board of directors was elected yesterday.
In this case, 'Verwaltungsratsmitglied' combines 'Verwaltungsrats' (board of directors) with 'Mitglied' (member), specifying an individual member of the council.
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