Advanced French vocabulary: Politics and governments
Politics and government are complex subjects that are essential to understand for anyone interested in current events and social issues.
Whether you’re following the news, working in a related field, or simply interested in the topic, having a strong vocabulary is crucial to fully comprehend the concepts and discussions. Here is an English-French vocabulary list with words related to politics and government.
English – French:
- Democracy – Démocratie
- Autocracy – Autocratie
- Republic – République
- Monarchy – Monarchie
- Constitution – Constitution
- Law – Loi
- Government – Gouvernement
- Politics – Politique
- Politician – Homme/Femme politique
- Diplomacy – Diplomatie
- Diplomat – Diplomate
- Parliament – Parlement
- Senate – Sénat
- House of Representatives – Chambre des représentants
- President – Président
- Prime Minister – Premier ministre
- Minister – Ministre
- Ambassador – Ambassadeur
- Election – Élection
- Campaign – Campagne électorale
- Vote – Vote
- Candidate – Candidat
- Ballot – Bulletin de vote
- Polling station – Bureau de vote
- Referendum – Référendum
- Political party – Parti politique
- Opposition – Opposition
- Majority – Majorité
- Minority – Minorité
- Coalition – Coalition