B1nounpolitics
US/ˈpɑː.lə.tɪks/
UK/ˈpɒl.ə.tɪks/
activities connected with governing a country and the competition for power
In context
My grandfather loves talking about politics over tea.
She studied politics and economics at a university in Hanoi.
Office politics can make even a well-paid job very stressful.
Words that go with politics
noun + noun
- office politicsI hate office politics; I just want to do my job.
adjective + preposition
- interested in politicsYoung people are becoming more interested in politics.
adjective + noun
- local politicsHe started his career in local politics.
- international politicsThe course covers international politics.
verb + noun
- enter politicsShe entered politics at the age of thirty.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Politics are very complicated in my country.Correct: Politics is very complicated in my country.