Translation of German word "Geschäftsführer" to English
derGeschäftsführer
Meaning
NounAlternative letter-case form of CEO.
How to use
Geschäftsführer ('CEO / managing director') is a masculine noun: der Geschäftsführer (plural: die Geschäftsführer). Feminine: die Geschäftsführerin. Geschäftsführender Gesellschafter — Managing partner.
🇬🇧 English
CEO
Example
Der Geschäftsführer stellte heute die neuen Unternehmensziele vor.
The managing director presented the new corporate goals today.
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Common phrases
- Geschäftsführer bestellen / abberufen— to appoint / dismiss a managing director
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What is the definition of the German word "der Geschäftsführer"?▼
The German word "der Geschäftsführer" is defined as: "Alternative letter-case form of CEO."
What does the German word "der Geschäftsführer" mean?▼
The German word "der Geschäftsführer" means "CEO" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Geschäftsführer"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Geschäftsführer"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich benutze oft das Wort „Geschäftsführer" im Alltag." (which translates as "The managing director presented the new corporate goals today.").
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