What is another word for States General?
Pronunciation: [stˈe͡ɪts d͡ʒˈɛnəɹə͡l] (IPA) 
The States General is a term used to describe the bicameral legislative body of the Netherlands. The Dutch equivalent of this term is "Staten-Generaal". There are a few other synonyms that can be used to describe this type of governing body in other countries, such as the Parliament, Congress, or National Assembly. In Belgium, the equivalent term is "Les États Generaux". In France, it is "Les États Generaux de France". The term "Diete" is also sometimes used to describe this type of governing body in various countries. Regardless of the term used, the role of these legislative bodies is to represent their citizens and make decisions that affect the country as a whole.
