“摄政”常见的英文表达是 “regency”(名词形式) ,也可用 “regentship” (名词,较少用) 。当描述“摄政者”这一角色时,用 “regent” 。
Regency lasted for several years during the king's long illness.(在国王长期患病期间,摄政持续了数年 。)
The regent made important decisions on behalf of the young monarch.(摄政者代表年幼的君主做出了重要决定。 )