A2Vocabulary

Chef

Boss, Head (of a department/company)

In German

Chef

shef

Don't Get Confused!

Looks like
Chef
In English means: "A professional cook, especially in a restaurant"
Actually means
Chef
Boss, Head (of a department/company)
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Memory TipIn Germany, your 'Chef' is your 'boss', not the one cooking your meal. You report to your 'Chef', you don't eat their food.

Example Sentences

  1. 1

    Mein Chef ist sehr streng.

    My boss is very strict.

  2. 2

    Der Chef der Firma hat eine wichtige Ankündigung gemacht.

    The head of the company made an important announcement.

FAQ

How do you say "Boss, Head (of a department/company)" in German?

"Boss, Head (of a department/company)" in German is "Chef" (shef). Example: Mein Chef ist sehr streng..

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