congresista
“congresista” means “member of congress” in Spanish (a person elected to a national legislative body).
member of congress
Also: congressman, congresswoman
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La congresista dio un discurso sobre la educación.
B1The congresswoman gave a speech about education.
Muchos congresistas no estuvieron de acuerdo con el plan.
B1Many congressmen did not agree with the plan.
Hablé con mi congresista local sobre los impuestos.
B2I spoke with my local congressman about taxes.
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Quick Quiz: congresista
Question 1 of 1
How do you say 'the congresswoman'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Spanish word 'congreso' (congress) combined with the suffix '-ista' (denoting a person's profession or affiliation). Ultimately from Latin 'congressus', meaning a 'walking together' or 'meeting'.
First recorded: 19th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a 'congresista' the same as a 'diputado'?
Often yes, but it depends on the country. 'Congresista' is a general term for someone in a Congress, while 'diputado' is a specific title for someone in the 'lower house' of many Spanish-speaking governments.