Die Hafenbehörde
Example: Die Hafenbehörde überwacht den sicheren Ablauf im Hafen.
Definition
"Die Hafenbehörde" refers to the port authority responsible for managing and overseeing the safe and efficient operation of a harbor, including regulations, security, and logistics to ensure smooth maritime activities.
Etymology
The term "die Hafenbehörde" comes from the German words "Hafen" meaning harbor or port, and "Behörde" meaning authority or agency. Together, they describe an official body managing port operations. Did you know that 'Behörde' originally stems from the Middle High German word 'behorde,' meaning a place where official business is conducted?
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"Die Hafenbehörde" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Management - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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the port authority