Gobierno (en. Government)

/ɡoˈβjeɾno/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Authority that exercises executive power in a State.
The government has implemented new policies.
El gobierno ha implementado nuevas políticas.
System of public administration of a country.
Each country has its own government and laws.
Cada país tiene su propio gobierno y leyes.
Group of people who hold political positions.
The new government came to power in May.
El nuevo gobierno asumió el poder en mayo.

Etymology

From the Latin 'gubernare', which means to direct or govern.

Common Phrases and Expressions

central government
The authority that oversees administration at the national level.
gobierno central
municipal government
Administration of a specific city or municipality.
gobierno municipal
of government
Phrase that refers to aspects related to the administration of the State.
de gobierno

Related Words

governor
Person who exercises government in a region or state.
gobernador
governance
The decision-making process in public administration.
gobernanza
governability
The capacity of a government to make decisions and enforce them.
gobernabilidad

Slang Meanings

De facto government
A government that is established without popular consent.
Un gobierno que se establece sin el consentimiento popular.
Parallel government
A group that acts as authority without formal recognition.
Un grupo que actúa como autoridad sin reconocimiento formal.