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Definition
Chancellor of the Exchequer or minister of finance; the highest-ranking government official responsible for financial affairs.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the head of the finance department in foreign governments, most commonly the United Kingdom. It is rarely used for local Hong Kong officials, where the term 財政司司長 is the standard title. The term carries a slightly journalistic or formal tone despite being used in everyday conversation.
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The Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered the budget today.
Do you think the new Chancellor of the Exchequer will raise taxes?
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Common phrases
UK Chancellor of the Exchequer
Common mistake
Do not use this to refer to the Hong Kong Financial Secretary, as it sounds unnatural and inaccurate in a local political context.
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