Die Verwaltung
Example: Die Verwaltung der Stadt hat neue Regeln eingeführt.
Definition
"Die Verwaltung" refers to the administrative body or management responsible for organizing and overseeing the operations of a city, institution, or organization, such as in the phrase 'Die Verwaltung der Stadt hat neue Regeln eingeführt,' meaning the city's administration has introduced new rules.
Etymology
The word "die Verwaltung" originates from the German verb 'verwalten,' meaning 'to manage' or 'to administer.' It combines the prefix 'ver-' indicating a process or action, and 'walten,' which means 'to rule' or 'to govern.' Did you know that 'walten' is related to old Germanic words for wielding power or authority, which fits perfectly with the concept of administration?
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