congress
/ˈkɒŋɡres/ · /ˈkɑːŋɡrəs/
CEFR level B2Topic GovernmentWord #4895 in the learning path
国会；议会
Definitions
n. A national body of representatives that makes laws.
国会；议会
n. A large formal meeting of representatives or specialists.
代表大会；专题会议
Example
The congress debated the new law late into the night.
国会就这项新法律辩论到深夜。
Delegates at the international congress discussed practical ways to improve access to healthcare in rural communities.
国际大会的代表们讨论了改善农村社区医疗可及性的切实办法。
Collocations
- a national congress
- an international congress
- a member of Congress
Word family
- congressional (adj.)
Usage tip
特指美国等国家的国会时，通常大写Congress。
FAQ
- What does congress mean?
- A national body of representatives that makes laws. A large formal meeting of representatives or specialists.
- How is congress pronounced?
- UK /ˈkɒŋɡres/, US /ˈkɑːŋɡrəs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
