B2
govern vs rule
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| governverb/ˈɡʌv.ərn/ | Meaning to officially control a country or organization; also to control or influence how something happens | Goes with govern the country | Example The party has governed the country for more than ten years. |
| ruleverb/ruːl/ | Meaning to control a country as its leader; also to make an official decision in a court | Goes with rule out | Example The Nguyen dynasty ruled Vietnam from 1802 to 1945. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
In the 18th century, the region was by a local king.