English–Chinese
“prime minister” in Chinese
How to say “prime minister” in Chinese
“Prime minister” in Chinese is 总理 (zǒng lǐ).
The head of the cabinet who brings the government's work into one policy direction and presents major policies publicly.
Example sentences with 总理
很多国家的总理负责经济和外交事务。hěn duō guó jiā de zóng lǐ fù zé jīng jì hé wài jiāo shì wù
Many countries' prime ministers are responsible for economic and diplomatic affairs.
Tips for using 总理
- The English word "minister" can suggest a single department, but in "prime minister" the first word marks the leader of the ministers, which matches the broad coordinating role of this Chinese title.
Other Chinese words for “prime minister”
首相今天要发表演讲。shǒu xiàng jīn tiān yào fā biǎo yán jiǎng
The prime minister is giving a speech today.