head of government
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head of government
The person who stands at the head of a state's government and leads government affairs. Depending on the country, this may be, for example, the chancellor, minister-president, or prime minister.
Der deutsche Regierungschef traf sich mit dem französischen Präsidenten.
The German head of government met with the French president.
The word is composed of three parts: 'Regierung' (government), the linking -s, and 'Chef' (chief/boss). So it literally means the 'Chef der Regierung' (head of the government).
Der Regierungschef ist für die Politik des Landes verantwortlich.
The head of government is responsible for the country's policies.
'Regierungschef' (head of government) is a general, umbrella term. The person's official title differs depending on the country, for example 'Bundeskanzler' (Federal Chancellor) in Germany, 'Bundeskanzler' (Federal Chancellor) in Austria, or 'Premierminister' (Prime Minister) in the United Kingdom.
Die Regierungschefs der EU-Länder treffen sich heute in Brüssel.
The heads of government of the EU countries are meeting in Brussels today.
The word is used almost exclusively in a political context. Common verbs in this context are 'treffen' (to meet), 'verhandeln' (to negotiate), 'erklären' (to explain/declare), or 'ankündigen' (to announce).
Die Regierungschefin kündigte neue Maßnahmen an.
The head of government announced new measures.
head of state
The Regierungschef leads the government and directs its affairs. The Staatsoberhaupt stands at the head of the state and represents it domestically and internationally. Depending on the country, these two roles may be held by different people.
Als Regierungschef leitet der Premierminister die Regierungsgeschäfte des Landes.
As head of government, the prime minister leads the country's government affairs.
Als Staatsoberhaupt vertritt der Präsident das Land bei dem offiziellen Besuch.
As head of state, the president represents the country during the official visit.
