Die Delegation
Example: Die Delegation diskutierte intensiv über die zukünftige Zusammenarbeit.
Definition
"Die Delegation" refers to a group of people chosen or appointed to represent others, typically in discussions or negotiations. For example, "Die Delegation diskutierte intensiv über die zukünftige Zusammenarbeit" means the delegation engaged in in-depth discussions about future cooperation.
Etymology
The word "Delegation" comes from the Latin 'delegatio,' meaning 'sending from' or 'entrusting.' It evolved through Old French and Middle High German into modern German, where it refers to a group sent to act on behalf of others. Did you know it originally implied a formal mission or commission?
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"Die Delegation" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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