head of state

• Cargo constitucional supremo en un estado soberano, como un presidente, monarca o primer ministro, que actúa como representante público del país.

The highest-ranking constitutional position in a sovereign state, such as a president, monarch, or prime minister, who serves as the public representative of the country.

1. Political leaderB2formal

   The highest-ranking constitutional position in a sovereign state, representing the nation and its unity.

   Jefe de Estado

   • The head of state welcomed the foreign ambassador.
   • In a monarchy, the king or queen serves as the head of state.
   • The president is both the head of state and the head of government in some countries.