mandato

🧠 What does mandato mean?

The Spanish word 'mandato' translates to 'mandate' in English. It is a noun and typically refers to an official order or commission to do something, often issued by a higher authority. In a business or political context, it can represent the authority or power granted to an individual or group to act on behalf of others, such as a government's mandate from its citizens or a CEO's mandate to implement a new strategy. It can also signify a period of time during which someone holds an office or position, like a presidential mandate.

📚 Extra examples

• El congreso otorgó un mandato claro al presidente para reformar el sistema de salud.
  Congress granted a clear mandate to the president to reform the healthcare system.
• La junta directiva dio mandato al nuevo gerente para reducir costos.
  The board of directors gave the new manager a mandate to reduce costs.
• El mandato del director expira el próximo año.
  The director's mandate expires next year.
• Los ciudadanos expresaron su mandato en las urnas.
  The citizens expressed their mandate at the polls.

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🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "mandato"

Synonyms: orden, autorización, encargo, decreto, designación, investidura, período, término
Opposites: prohibición, desautorización, renuncia

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