politician
Meaning: A person professionally involved in politics, especially as an elected official
A politician is a person who is professionally involved in politics, especially as an elected member of government or a candidate for office. The term can be neutral or sometimes carries negative connotations suggesting someone skilled at manipulation or seeking personal gain.
Examples
- The politician addressed the concerns of her constituents. 这位政治家回应了选民的关切。La política abordó las preocupaciones de sus electores.その政治家は選挙区民の懸念に対応しました。그 정치인은 선거구민들의 우려 사항에 대응했습니다.
- He's been a career politician for over thirty years. 他当职业政治家已经超过三十年了。Ha sido un político de carrera durante más de treinta años.彼は30年以上キャリア政治家をしています。그는 30년 넘게 직업 정치인으로 활동하고 있습니다.
- Local politicians gathered to discuss the new housing development. 当地政治家聚集在一起讨论新的住房开发项目。Los políticos locales se reunieron para discutir el nuevo desarrollo de viviendas.地元の政治家たちが新しい住宅開発について議論するために集まりました。지역 정치인들이 새로운 주택 개발에 대해 논의하기 위해 모였습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From 'politic' plus '-ian'. 'Politic' comes from Greek 'politikos' meaning 'of citizens' or 'of the state', from 'politēs' (citizen), from 'polis' (city). Related to 'politics', 'policy', and 'police'.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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