Meaning 1neutral · 82%
The period during which a person holds a particular official position.
Natural examples
Die Amtszeit der Vorsitzenden endet im Juni.
The chairwoman’s term of office ends in June.
Während seiner Amtszeit wurde eine neue Bibliothek gebaut.
A new library was built during his term of office.
Wie lange dauert eine Amtszeit in diesem Verein?
How long is a term of office in this association?
Usage note
Common phrases are zu Beginn, während, and am Ende der Amtszeit. It means tenure, not someone’s daily working hours.
Mini-lesson: Amtszeit
The period during which a person holds a particular official position. Common phrases are zu Beginn, während, and am Ende der Amtszeit. It means tenure, not someone’s daily working hours.
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