Governar
Example: Els líders van governar el país durant molts anys.
Definition
"Governar" means to exercise authority or control over a country, organization, or people, typically by making and enforcing laws and policies. It involves leading and managing the affairs of a state or group to maintain order and achieve goals.
Etymology
The word "governar" comes from the Latin 'gubernare,' which means to steer or direct, originally related to piloting a ship. This metaphor of steering evolved into the sense of leading or managing a state or organization. Did you know? The root also gave rise to the English word 'govern.'
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