nounnoun
der Stellvertreter, –
helyettes
Eine Person, die die Aufgaben und Pflichten von jemand anderem übernimmt, wenn dieser nicht da ist oder keine Zeit hat.
The German word "Stellvertreter" is a noun composed of two parts:
- Stell (from stellen): to place or position
- Vertreter: representative or deputy
Meaning:
A "Stellvertreter" is a deputy, representative, or substitute, someone who stands in for another person, often temporarily. For example, a "Stellvertreter" might act on behalf of a manager during their absence.
Similar words:
- ** Vertreter** (representative)
- ** Ersatzperson** (substitute)
- ** Deputierter** (deputy)
Differences:
- "Vertreter" is more general and can mean any representative.
- "Ersatzperson" emphasizes replacement, often temporary.
- "Stellvertreter" specifically stresses the idea of standing in for someone, often with authority delegated.
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Examples
Der Stellvertreter wird heute die Sitzung leiten.noun
A helyettes ma fogja vezetni az ülést.
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