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  4. investidura

investidura

/in.bes.tiˈðu.ɾa/
inauguration of a political leader

La investidura del nuevo presidente fue un evento histórico.

The inauguration of the new president was a historic event.


Law
formal

The formal ceremony or process of appointing or swearing in a political leader, such as a president, prime minister, or other high-ranking official.

El Congreso aprobó la investidura del candidato con mayoría absoluta.

The Congress approved the candidate's inauguration with an absolute majority.

In Spanish-speaking countries, this term is often used in the context of parliamentary systems where a vote is required to confirm a leader's appointment.

formal

The act of formally appointing someone to a position of authority or responsibility.

La investidura del nuevo alcalde generó controversia en la ciudad.

The inauguration of the new mayor sparked controversy in the city.

This term is also used in other contexts, such as the appointment of judges or other public officials.

Collocations

acto de investidurainauguration ceremonyvotar la investidurato vote on the inauguration

Synonyms

toma de posesiónjura de cargoasunción de cargo

Antonyms

destituciónrenuncia

Related Phrases

investidura por mayoría absolutaphrase
inauguration by absolute majority
investidura fallidaphrase
failed inauguration

Pro Tip

Political Context

In Spanish-speaking countries, 'investidura' is often tied to parliamentary procedures and may require a vote of confidence.

Gold Rule

Formal Usage

Always use 'investidura' in formal contexts, such as official ceremonies or political processes.

Word Origin

From Latin 'investire' (to clothe, invest) + Spanish suffix '-ura' (indicating action or result).

Usage Notes

In Spain, the term is specifically used for the parliamentary process of appointing the president of the government, which includes a vote of confidence.

Word Breakdown

invest-
to clothe or invest (from Latin 'investire')
root
+
-idura
action or result (Spanish suffix)
suffix
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