investidura

/in.bes.tiˈðu.ɾa/
nounIntermediate
⚖️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.

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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.

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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

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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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