How to Say "executive branch" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “executive branch” is “presidencia” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Ella ganó la presidencia por un margen muy pequeño.
She won the presidency by a very small margin.
Durante su presidencia, se construyeron muchas escuelas nuevas.
During his presidency, many new schools were built.
La presidencia emitió un comunicado oficial esta mañana.
The president's office issued an official statement this morning.
Always Feminine
Even if the president is a man, the word 'presidencia' is always feminine. You must always use 'la' or 'una' with it.
Abstract vs. Concrete
This word can mean the 'time' someone is in power or the 'actual office' itself. The context usually makes it clear.
Gender confusion
Mistake: “El presidencia de Biden.”
Correction: La presidencia de Biden. (The word itself is feminine regardless of the person holding the seat).
Using it for the person
Mistake: “Hablé con la presidencia.”
Correction: Hablé con el presidente/la presidenta. (Use 'presidencia' for the office/institution, and 'presidente' for the person).
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