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UK/["/ˈsenət/"]/US/["/ˈsenət/"]/

Meaning of Senate

In simple words: A group of people in the government who make laws.

Senate in a sentence

  • a member of the Senate
  • a Senate committee
  • She is attempting to win a seat in the Irish Senate.
  • The bill was passed by the Senate last month.
  • the senate of Loughborough University
  • The proposal requires the approval of the university senate.

How to use Senate

Used in formal discussions about government and politics. Not appropriate in casual conversations unless discussing government matters.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'senior' members making important laws.

Related words

Collocations with Senate

  • U.S. Senate
  • Senate committee
  • Senate hearing

Synonyms for Senate

Opposites of Senate

Common mistakes with Senate

  • Confused with 'senator' which refers to a member of the senate.
  • Using informal language when discussing the senate.
  • Mispronouncing it as 'sen-ate' instead of 'sen-uh-t'.

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Frequently asked questions about Senate

What does Senate mean?

A group of people in the government who make laws.

What is the definition of Senate?

one of the two groups of elected politicians who make laws in some countries, for example in the US, Australia, Canada and France. The Senate is smaller than the other group but higher in rank. Many state parliaments in the US also have a Senate.

How do you use Senate in a sentence?

a member of the Senate

Can you give another example of Senate?

a Senate committee

What are synonyms for Senate?

Common alternatives include legislative body, upper house, council.

What is the opposite of Senate?

Opposite meanings include House of Representatives, Assembly.

What words go with Senate?

It commonly pairs with U.S. Senate, Senate committee, Senate hearing.

What are common mistakes when using Senate?

Confused with 'senator' which refers to a member of the senate. Using informal language when discussing the senate. Mispronouncing it as 'sen-ate' instead of 'sen-uh-t'.

How do you pronounce Senate?

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

Is Senate formal or informal?

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

When should I use Senate?

Used in formal discussions about government and politics. Not appropriate in casual conversations unless discussing government matters.

What CEFR level is Senate?

"Senate" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.