How to Say "tenure" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “tenure” is “ministerio” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
nounB1formal
role in government

Examples
El político concluyó su ministerio después de cinco años.
The politician concluded his term of office after five years.
Durante su ministerio, se lograron grandes avances sociales.
During his tenure/time in office, great social advances were achieved.
Formal Usage
This meaning is more common in formal writing, political analysis, or historical accounts, focusing on the role itself rather than the physical building.
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