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Constituency Meaning in English

word

kənˈstɪtʃuənsi
kuhn-STICH-oo-uhn-see
kənstˈɪtjuːənsi
kuhn-STITCH-yoo-uhn-see

Definición

A constituency is a group of voters in a specific area who elect a representative to a government. It can also refer to the people who support an organization or idea.

Uso & Matices

Used mainly in political and governmental contexts. In the UK and similar systems, it refers to electoral districts; in broader usage, it means a group of supporters. Phrases: 'his constituency', 'rural constituency', 'core constituency'. Don’t confuse with 'constituent', which means an individual member or voter.

Oraciones de Ejemplo

Our city is a large constituency.

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Each constituency elects one person to parliament.

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The politician visited his constituency last week.

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Environmental issues are especially important in this rural constituency.

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The charity’s main constituency is young parents in urban areas.

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He knows how to keep his constituency happy and loyal.

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