ADJECTIVE
stellvertretend/ˈʃtɛlfɛɐ̯ˌtʁeːtn̩t/deputy; acting; as a representative
stellvertretend is a German adjective that means deputy, acting, or as a representative. It is pronounced /ˈʃtɛlfɛɐ̯ˌtʁeːtn̩t/.
Definitions
1.serving as a substitute for someone else; in a deputy capacity(function/role)
a.assuming responsibilities for another person temporarily
Frau Müller ist heute stellvertretend für den Chef anwesend.—Ms. Müller is present today on behalf of the boss.
b.acting in an official function instead of the regular holder
Der stellvertretende Vorsitzende leitete das Meeting stellvertretend.—The deputy chairperson led the meeting in an acting capacity.
Adjective Forms
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Frequently asked questions
- What does "stellvertretend" mean in English?
- "stellvertretend" means deputy, acting, or as a representative. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "stellvertretend"?
- "stellvertretend" is pronounced /ˈʃtɛlfɛɐ̯ˌtʁeːtn̩t/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "stellvertretend"?
- "stellvertretend" is a adjective in German.
