government
Meaning: The group of people who officially control a country or state
Government refers to the system or group of people governing a country, state, or community. In British English, it can be treated as singular or plural. The term also refers to the process of governing or the period during which a particular party is in power. Related terms include 'local government,' 'central government,' and 'government policy.'
Examples
- The government has announced new environmental policies. 政府宣布了新的环境政策。El gobierno ha anunciado nuevas políticas ambientales.政府は新しい環境政策を発表しました。정부가 새로운 환경 정책을 발표했습니다.
- She works for the government. 她在政府部门工作。Ella trabaja para el gobierno.彼女は政府で働いています。그녀는 정부에서 일하고 있습니다.
- The previous government raised taxes significantly. 上届政府大幅提高了税收。El gobierno anterior subió los impuestos significativamente.前政権は大幅に税金を引き上げました。이전 정권은 세금을 대폭 인상했습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old French 'governement', from Latin 'gubernare' meaning 'to steer, to pilot a ship', borrowed from Greek 'kybernan' (to steer). The same Greek root gives us 'cybernetics'.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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