Politique (en. Policy)

/pɒli.tik/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

The art of governing or directing.

He has been interested in politics since a young age.

Il s'intéresse à la politique depuis son jeune âge.

A set of decisions made to govern a country or organization.

The foreign policy of this country is very complex.

La politique étrangère de ce pays est très complexe.

Activities related to elections, parties, and governments.

Elections are a key moment in politics.

Les élections sont un moment clé de la politique.

From ancient Greek 'politikos', meaning 'related to citizens'.

to engage in politics

To engage in political activities.

faire de la politique

scorched earth policy

Strategy that involves destroying resources to harm the enemy.

politique de la terre brûlée

domestic policy

A set of measures affecting the functioning of a country internally.

politique intérieure

economic policy

Economic management strategies of a country.

politique économique

politician

A person who holds political office.

politicien

social policy

Measures aimed at improving social welfare.

politique sociale

politically

From a political point of view.

politiquement

political pigeon

A politician who promises a lot but never keeps his promises.

Un politicien qui promet beaucoup mais ne tient jamais ses promesses.

the politics of the worst

Choosing the least favorable solution to advance one's interests.

Choisir la solution la moins bonne pour faire avancer ses intérêts.