stellvertretend
on behalf of · representative
Etwas wird für eine andere Person oder Sache getan oder gesagt, als ob man an deren Stelle wäre.
The German word "stellvertretend" is an adjective that means "deputy" or "acting" as in representing someone in their absence. The underlying verb here is "vertreten," which means "to represent" or "to stand in for." "Stellvertretend" is often used in contexts where someone is acting on behalf of someone else, such as a vice president or a deputy, performing duties when the primary person is unavailable.
Similar words to "stellvertretend" include "eingesetzt" (installed or appointed) and "ersetzend" (replacing).
While "eingesetzt" and "ersetzend" can mean someone is replacing another or installed into a position, "stellvertretend" specifically emphasizes acting on someone else's behalf, usually with an assumption of returning the role back to the original holder.
Make “stellvertretend” part of your vocabulary.
Build your German vocabulary with flashcards, audio and spaced repetition.
Examples
Herr Müller tritt stellvertretend für den Direktor auf.adverb
Mr. Müller appears on behalf of the director.
Melanie handelt stellvertretend für unseren Chef.adverb
Melanie acts on behalf of our boss.
Keep exploring German
Learn words from the content you love.
Add words from websites, books and videos, then remember them with spaced repetition (SRS).
Scan for iPhone & iPad