das Kanzleramt, ¨-er
Chancellery · Chancellor's office
The German word "Kanzleramt" is a compound noun made up of:
- Kanzler — meaning "chancellor," the head of government.
- Amt — meaning "office" or "agency."
Kanzleramt refers to the Chancellor’s Office, the official government department or building where the Chancellor conducts administrative and executive work.
Similar words:
- Bundeskanzleramt — Federal Chancellor’s Office (more formal, specific to Germany).
- Präsidialamt — Presidential Office.
- Ministerium — Ministry or department.
Difference:
While Kanzleramt specifically pertains to the chancellor’s executive office, Ministerium refers more broadly to government ministries responsible for specific sectors. Präsidialamt refers to the president’s office, a different role in government.
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Examples
Das Kanzleramt befindet sich in Berlin.noun
The Chancellery is located in Berlin.
Das Kanzleramt befindet sich in Berlin.noun
The Chancellor's office is located in Berlin.
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