Chinese · Culture & Society
政府
zhèngfǔ
Government
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The group of people who govern a country or region.
Example
政府建了一条新地铁。
The government built a new subway line.
Etymology
'政府' (zhèngfǔ) comprises '政' (zhèng), meaning 'politics' or 'government,' and '府' (fǔ), meaning 'official residence.' It refers to the governing body of a state.
How & Where It’s Used
'政府' is predominantly used in formal contexts related to politics, government documents, and official discussions. It is more common in written form.