政党

• Pinyin: zhèng dǎng
• Hanzi breakdown: 政 = 正 (correct) + 攵 (action); 党 = simplified from 黨 (party)

Meaning

Political party; an organized group of people with similar political views who seek to gain and exercise political power.

Refers to formal political organizations that participate in elections and governance. Used in discussions about political systems, elections, and government structures. Common combinations include 执政党 (ruling party), 在野党 (opposition party).

Examples

1. 这个国家实行多党制，有多个政党参与选举。 This country practices a multi-party system, with multiple political parties participating in elections.
2. 作为执政党，他们需要回应民众的诉求。 As the ruling party, they need to respond to the demands of the people.
3. 各政党都在为即将到来的选举积极备战。 All political parties are actively preparing for the upcoming election.

Usage Guide

Context: politics, news, academic

Tone: neutral

Do Say

• 他是哪个政党的成员？(Which political party is he a member of?)
• 这个政党的支持率最近下降了。(This political party's approval rating has dropped recently.)

Don't Say

• 我们班有一个政党。(Incorrect — use 小组 or 团体 for school groups; 政党 is for political organizations)

Origin & History

Compound of 政 (politics, government) and 党 (party, faction). A modern term adopted with the introduction of Western political systems.

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal