How to Say "legislative term" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “legislative term” is “legislatura” — B2 level.
Examples
La legislatura dura cuatro años en España.
The legislative term lasts four years in Spain.
Durante esta legislatura, se han aprobado leyes muy importantes.
During this term, very important laws have been passed.
El presidente anunció nuevas medidas antes del fin de la legislatura.
The president announced new measures before the end of the term.
It's Feminine
Even though it ends in '-a', which is usually feminine, it's helpful to remember it always takes 'la' or 'una'. Think 'La legislatura'.
Time vs. People
In Spanish, this word refers more often to the 'block of time' that politicians are in power rather than the building or the people themselves.
Legislatura vs. Legislación
Mistake: “La legislatura de este país es muy compleja.”
Correction: La legislación de este país es muy compleja. Use 'legislación' for the laws themselves, and 'legislatura' for the time period.
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