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nounnoun

der Schriftführer, –

secretary

Eine Person, die bei einem Treffen oder in einem Verein alles Wichtige aufschreibt.

The German word "Schriftführer" is a noun composed of:

  • Schrift (writing, script)
  • Führer (leader, guide)

Meaning:
A Schriftführer is a secretary or clerk, especially the person responsible for taking minutes and managing written records in meetings or organizations.

Similar words:

  • Sekretär (secretary)
  • Protokollführer (minute taker)
  • Assistent (assistant)

Differences:

  • Schriftführer specifically emphasizes the role of documenting written communication and managing records within formal groups.
  • Sekretär can have a broader administrative role, including organization and correspondence.
  • Protokollführer is focused mainly on recording meeting minutes.

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Examples

Der Schriftführer protokolliert die Sitzung.noun

The secretary is recording the meeting.

Ein Schriftführer verfasst das Protokoll der Sitzung.noun

A secretary writes the minutes of the meeting.

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