How to Pronounce "gauleiter"

word

ˈɡaʊlaɪtə

GOW-ly-tuh

ˈɡaʊlaɪtə

GOW-ly-tuh

Definition

A Gauleiter was a regional leader in Nazi Germany who controlled a district (Gau) and had significant power in both government and the Nazi Party. The term can also be used figuratively for a strict, authoritarian official.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈɡaʊlaɪtə

British English

ˈɡaʊlaɪtə

Simplified Pronunciation

GOW-ly-tuh

Listen in Context

A Gauleiter was an officer in Nazi Germany.

Each region had its own Gauleiter.

The Gauleiter made important decisions.

After the war, the role of Gauleiter disappeared from German politics.