🇬🇧🇪🇸 governor - gobernador : English Lesson

Meaning of "governor" ("gobernador"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

A governor is an official who is the head of the government in a state or region. They are responsible for making decisions, enforcing laws, and managing public affairs within their area.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

I told the governor that if he made pizza free for everyone, I would vote for him in 20 years.

My grandma says she should be the governor because she already rules the house.

My dog tried to become governor, but his only plan was “more belly rubs for everyone.”

When I grow up, I want to be a governor—mostly so I can make ice cream the official state food.

The governor gave a speech so long that even the microphones fell asleep.

Rain broke the bridge. People waited on the high hill. The governor came with keys and maps. The governor told drivers to move trucks, and the governor opened the shelter. A child hugged the governor. The governor smiled as the town clapped, and the governor stayed to help until dawn.

This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.

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