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How to Say "statesmen" in Spanish

The Spanish word forstatesmenis políticosA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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formal term for influential political figures
Two formally dressed men, representing politicians, standing and discussing papers seriously.

Examples

Los políticos están debatiendo una nueva ley de educación.

The politicians are debating a new education law.

Muchos jóvenes no confían en los políticos de su país.

Many young people don't trust the politicians in their country.

Gender and Number

Since this word refers to a group of people, it is plural. Because it ends in '-os', it is the masculine plural form, used for groups of men or mixed-gender groups.

Confusing People vs. System

Mistake:Using 'los políticos' when you mean 'politics' (the system).

Correction: Use 'la política' (feminine singular noun) when referring to the system or field of study: 'Me interesa la política' (I am interested in politics).

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