Rundfunkrat

broadcasting council

noun ROON-dfoonk-raht Rare

Usage Note

Rundfunkrat is the supervisory body of a German public broadcaster, composed of representatives from civil society. It oversees programming and appoints the Intendant. Each regional broadcaster has its own Rundfunkrat.

Examples

"Der Rundfunkrat traf sich zu einer außerordentlichen Sitzung, um den Intendanten zu bestätigen."

Natural Translation

The broadcasting council met for an extraordinary session to confirm the director-general.

Literal Translation

The broadcasting-council met to an extraordinary session, in order the director-general to confirm.

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