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El senador propuso una nueva ley sobre la educación.
B2The senator proposed a new law regarding education.
Cada estado tiene dos senadores en el Congreso.
B1Each state has two senators in Congress.
Ayer entrevistaron al senador sobre el presupuesto nacional.
B2Yesterday they interviewed the senator about the national budget.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Pair
This word refers to a male member of the Senate. To refer to a female member, you must use the feminine form: 'senadora'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Titles
Mistake: "Using 'senador' when referring to a 'diputado' (representative)."
Correction: While both are politicians, a 'senador' is usually in the upper house of the government (the Senate) and a 'diputado' is in the lower house (the Chamber of Deputies or Representatives). Use the correct title for clarity.
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal Context
This is a formal title. When speaking about politics, use the full title 'el senador [Last Name]' rather than just the last name, especially in writing or news reports.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: senador
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What is the primary role of a 'senador'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a 'senador' and a 'diputado'?
Both are politicians who make laws, but a 'senador' (senator) usually belongs to the upper house of the government (the Senate), and a 'diputado' (representative) belongs to the lower house (the Chamber of Deputies). The Senate often handles bigger, more fundamental issues.