ji5 zoeng2議長议长
Jyutpingji5 zoeng2
Yaleyíh jéung
Definition
Speaker, president, or chairperson of a legislative body or parliament.
neutralpeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to the presiding officer of a legislative assembly or council. While it is a formal title, it is used in news and political discussions to identify the person responsible for maintaining order and managing the agenda during sessions.
Measure word
wai6位waihExamples
The speaker will preside over the entire meeting this time.
Do you know who the new speaker is?
Related words
Common phrases
Legislative Council President
Speaker election
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