Acquire diverse political vocabulary. These are prevalent political terms essential for every language learner. Simply click to explore the political terminology!
Politics is a complex topic frequently engaged in discussions. Therefore, it would be advantageous to familiarize yourself with some political terminology to feel more assured when communicating in English.
I’ll draw your attention to English terms commonly used in the realm of politics. It’s essential for all English learners to be acquainted with these words.
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Government –A framework for overseeing and organizing public operations. In the United States, citizens select individuals to serve in the government through election voting. The government operates at three primary levels – federal, state, and local, each carrying distinct responsibilities, ranging from national defense at the federal level to tasks like garbage collection at the local level.
Independents – Non-affiliated voters who are not registered with any political party.
Poll – An examination of the general sentiment or viewpoint of the public.
Ticket – A roster of candidates put forward by a political party for the positions being contested in an election.
Unemployment rate – The proportion of individuals in the workforce unable to secure employment.
Absentee voting –Casting votes through postal mail. A voting method designed for individuals unable to reach a polling station.
Ballot – The compilation of candidates and propositions that citizens have the option to select from.
Campaign –A sequence of occurrences leading up to elections. The presidential campaign involves presenting ideas to citizens, meeting with them, and engaging in debates with opponents.
Contribution – A valuable contribution provided to a political campaign, typically in the form of money, but it can also include office equipment or an advertising platform.
Conservative – An individual who upholds tradition and opposes significant alterations in laws and social structures.
Debate – A conversation or disagreement concerning matters or topics.
Economy – A nation’s arrangement for the creation and utilization of goods and services, along with resource management. Typically, the economy expands when people manufacture and purchase more goods than the previous year, leading to increased employment opportunities and prosperous times. Conversely, the economy contracts when production and consumption decrease, making it more challenging to secure employment.
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Learning new words in English is both simple and advantageous. Enhancing your English vocabulary automatically enhances your language proficiency, enabling you to speak more accurately and with a wider range of words.
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