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President

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈprezɪdənt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈprezɪdənt/"]/

Meaning of President

the leader of a republic, for example the US

In simple words: The leader of a country or organization.

President in a sentence

• The President of the United States gives a speech every year.
• Many people admire the President for his leadership skills.
• In a democracy, the President is elected by the people.
• The President can propose new laws to the parliament.
• Our school has a President who represents the students.
• An important role of the President is to ensure national security.
• The President often meets with foreign leaders to discuss trade.
• After the election, the new President took office in January.

How to use President

Used to refer to the elected leader of a country, especially in a democratic context. Avoid using in contexts unrelated to politics or leadership.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Remember: a 'president' is 'presiding' over the country, like a king or queen, but elected.

Related words

Collocations with President

• American
• French
• etc.
• elect
• elect somebody (as)
• re-elect
• appoint somebody
• nominate somebody
• authorize something
• president of
• acting
• honorary
• interim
• appoint
• appoint somebody (as)
• name somebody (as)
• resign
• president of
• acting
• honorary
• interim
• appoint
• appoint somebody (as)
• name somebody (as)
• resign
• president of

Synonyms for President

• leader
• head of state
• chief executive
• commander-in-chief
• administrator

Opposites of President

• citizen
• subject

Common mistakes with President

• Confusing with 'prime minister', which is a different leadership role in some countries.
• Using 'president' for countries with different political systems where this title may not apply.
• Incorrectly capitalizing 'president' when used in a general sense.

Frequently asked questions about President

What does President mean?

The leader of a country or organization.

What is the definition of President?

the leader of a republic, for example the US

How do you use President in a sentence?

The President of the United States gives a speech every year.

Can you give another example of President?

Many people admire the President for his leadership skills.

What are synonyms for President?

Common alternatives include leader, head of state, chief executive, commander-in-chief, administrator.

What is the opposite of President?

Opposite meanings include citizen, subject.

What words go with President?

It commonly pairs with American, French, etc., elect, elect somebody (as), re-elect, appoint somebody, nominate somebody, authorize something, president of, acting, honorary, interim, appoint, appoint somebody (as), name somebody (as), resign, president of, acting, honorary, interim, appoint, appoint somebody (as), name somebody (as), resign, president of.

What are common mistakes when using President?

Confusing with 'prime minister', which is a different leadership role in some countries. Using 'president' for countries with different political systems where this title may not apply. Incorrectly capitalizing 'president' when used in a general sense.

How do you pronounce President?

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

When should I use President?

Used to refer to the elected leader of a country, especially in a democratic context. Avoid using in contexts unrelated to politics or leadership.

What CEFR level is President?

"President" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.