No. 5,149 in Spanish
gobernar
To govern or to rule.
In a sentence
El presidente quiere gobernar el país con prudencia.
The president wants to govern the country with prudence.
Govern is used as managing and directing the workings and rules of a country.
Es necesario gobernar nuestras emociones en momentos de estrés.
It is necessary to govern our emotions in moments of stress.
Govern refers to controlling or managing one's emotions effectively.
Aprendió a gobernar su barco durante la tormenta.
He learned to steer his ship during the storm.
Govern implies controlling or directing a vessel, demonstrating skill and management in navigation.
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