What is another word for Burghermaster?
Pronunciation: [bˈɜːɡəmˌastə] (IPA) 
Burghermeister, also spelled as Burghermaster, is an old title used in former German countries. It refers to a chief magistrate or mayor of a city or town. There are several synonyms for Burghermaster, and these include Burgermeister, Bürgermeister, Boroughmaster, and Burgomaster. The term Boroughmaster is primarily used in the United Kingdom, while Burgomaster is usually associated with the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg. The title of Burghermaster is also used in some parts of Scandinavia. In modern times, the title is mostly replaced by the word mayor. Nonetheless, it remains an essential position in the administration of some cities and towns in Europe.
