Gobernadora (en. Governor)

/ɡo.βeɾ.naˈðo.ɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Person who holds the position of governor.
The governor signed the new law that benefits citizens.
La gobernadora firmó la nueva ley que beneficia a los ciudadanos.
Woman who has authority to govern.
The governor met with the cabinet to discuss the budget.
La gobernadora se reunió con el gabinete para discutir el presupuesto.
Term used to refer to the representation of a state.
The governor of the region attended the national conference.
La gobernadora de la región asistió a la conferencia nacional.

Etymology

From Latin 'gubernator', which refers to one who governs, plus the feminine suffix '-a'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

acting governor
Refers to a governor who is currently in office.
gobernadora en funciones
former governor
A woman who was previously a governor.
exgobernadora
meeting with the governor
Formal meeting with the state authority represented by the governor.
reunión con la gobernadora

Related Words

government
Group of people who lead a state.
gobierno
to govern
To exercise authority over a state or entity.
gobernar
authority
Power or right to command and to be obeyed.
autoridad

Slang Meanings

State boss
The state boss is going to give a speech this afternoon.
La jefa estatal va a dar un discurso esta tarde.
The one who commands
They have to listen to the one who commands in the region.
Tienen que hacer caso a la que manda en la región.