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Parliament

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈpɑːləmənt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈpɑːrləmənt/"]/

Meaning of Parliament

the group of people who are elected to make and change the laws of a country

In simple words: A group of people who make laws for a country.

Parliament in a sentence

• The Parliament of the United Kingdom is located in Westminster.
• Many citizens believe that Parliament does not represent their interests.
• The decision will be debated in Parliament next week.
• In some countries, Parliament consists of two houses: the Senate and the House of Representatives.
• The Parliament passed a new law aimed at reducing pollution.
• During the session, Parliament heard from various experts on the issue.

How to use Parliament

Used primarily in political contexts. Appropriate for discussions about government and law-making. Avoid using it in casual conversations that don't relate to government.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Remember 'parliament' as a 'pal-amend' — a friendly group that amends laws.

Related words

Collocations with Parliament

• current
• present
• new
• stand for
• enter
• get into
• adopt something
• approve something
• enact something
• building
• chamber
• minister
• in parliament
• an Act of Parliament
• a house of parliament
• the lifetime of a parliament
• current
• present
• new
• stand for
• enter
• get into
• adopt something
• approve something
• enact something
• building
• chamber
• minister
• in parliament
• an Act of Parliament
• a house of parliament
• the lifetime of a parliament
• current
• present
• new
• stand for
• enter
• get into
• adopt something
• approve something
• enact something
• building
• chamber
• minister
• in parliament
• an Act of Parliament
• a house of parliament
• the lifetime of a parliament

Synonyms for Parliament

• legislature
• assembly
• congress
• council
• senate

Opposites of Parliament

• dictatorship
• autocracy
• monarchy

Common mistakes with Parliament

• Confused with 'government' - parliament is part of the government.
• Incorrectly used as a verb; 'parliament' is a noun.
• Mixing up with 'parliamentary' which refers to related systems or styles.

Frequently asked questions about Parliament

What does Parliament mean?

A group of people who make laws for a country.

What is the definition of Parliament?

the group of people who are elected to make and change the laws of a country

How do you use Parliament in a sentence?

The Parliament of the United Kingdom is located in Westminster.

Can you give another example of Parliament?

Many citizens believe that Parliament does not represent their interests.

What are synonyms for Parliament?

Common alternatives include legislature, assembly, congress, council, senate.

What is the opposite of Parliament?

Opposite meanings include dictatorship, autocracy, monarchy.

What words go with Parliament?

It commonly pairs with current, present, new, stand for, enter, get into, adopt something, approve something, enact something, building, chamber, minister, in parliament, an Act of Parliament, a house of parliament, the lifetime of a parliament, current, present, new, stand for, enter, get into, adopt something, approve something, enact something, building, chamber, minister, in parliament, an Act of Parliament, a house of parliament, the lifetime of a parliament, current, present, new, stand for, enter, get into, adopt something, approve something, enact something, building, chamber, minister, in parliament, an Act of Parliament, a house of parliament, the lifetime of a parliament.

What are common mistakes when using Parliament?

Confused with 'government' - parliament is part of the government. Incorrectly used as a verb; 'parliament' is a noun. Mixing up with 'parliamentary' which refers to related systems or styles.

How do you pronounce Parliament?

US: /["/ˈpɑːrləmənt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpɑːləmənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Parliament formal or informal?

"Parliament" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Parliament?

Used primarily in political contexts. Appropriate for discussions about government and law-making. Avoid using it in casual conversations that don't relate to government.

What CEFR level is Parliament?

"Parliament" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.