Política (en. Politics)

/poˈlitika/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Activity related to decision-making in a group or community.
Politics is fundamental to the functioning of society.
La política es fundamental para el funcionamiento de la sociedad.
Methods and strategies used to gain and maintain power.
Political play often involves difficult negotiations.
El juego político a menudo implica negociaciones difíciles.
Set of laws and regulations that govern an institution.
The internal politics of the company affects all employees.
La política interna de la empresa afecta a todos los empleados.

Etymology

From the Greek 'politikos', which refers to what pertains to citizens or the State.

Common Phrases and Expressions

good neighbor policy
Friendly relations between countries or communities.
política de la buena vecindad
state policy
Principles and guidelines followed by a government.
política de estado
to make a political turn
To change direction in a political strategy or plan.
dar un giro político

Related Words

politician
A person who is engaged in politics.
político
polytheism
Belief in multiple gods, also a term used in political contexts.
politeísmo
foreign policy
Set of actions by a government in its relations with other countries.
política exterior

Slang Meanings

Ethical breaches in politics.
That situation is a dirty trick in politics.
Esa situación es un juego sucio de la política.
Commitments or informal agreements between parties.
In politics, sometimes deals must be made under the table.
En la política, a veces hay que hacer tratos debajo de la mesa.