How to Say "law-making" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “law-making” is “legislativo” — B1 level.
Examples
El proceso legislativo es bastante lento en este país.
The legislative process is quite slow in this country.
Necesitamos un nuevo marco legislativo para proteger el medio ambiente.
We need a new legislative framework to protect the environment.
La asamblea tiene la función legislativa del estado.
The assembly has the state's legislative function.
Matching with Nouns
This word changes its ending based on the word it describes. Use 'legislativo' for masculine words like 'proceso' and 'legislativa' for feminine words like 'reforma'.
Where to Place It
In Spanish, this word almost always comes after the thing it is describing, like in 'poder legislativo' (legislative power).
Legislativo vs. Legislación
Mistake: “El legislativo de este país es complicado.”
Correction: La legislación de este país es complicada.
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