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Vote

🇬🇧 UK /["/vəʊt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/vəʊt/"]/

Meaning of Vote

a formal choice that you make in an election or at a meeting in order to choose somebody or decide something

In simple words: To choose one option in an election or decision.

Vote in a sentence

• It's important to vote in local elections to make your voice heard.
• Many people believe that their vote can change the outcome of the election.
• The vote on the new policy was very close, but it passed nonetheless.
• She decided to vote by mail instead of going to the polling station.
• The committee held a vote to decide on the final project proposal.

How to use Vote

Use 'vote' in discussions about elections, polls, or decisions. Avoid using it in very casual contexts unless referring to informal votes, like in a classroom.

Grammar pattern

vote + object

Memory hint

Think of 'vote' as a choice; you 'cast a boat' to your preferred option.

Related words

Collocations with Vote

• electoral
• majority
• huge
• have
• hold
• put something to the
• go to somebody/​something
• fall
• increase
• by vote
• vote against
• vote for
• change your vote
• force a vote (on something)
• a vote of confidence
• electoral
• majority
• huge
• have
• hold
• put something to the
• go to somebody/​something
• fall
• increase
• by vote
• vote against
• vote for
• change your vote
• force a vote (on something)
• a vote of confidence
• have
• get
• give somebody
• electoral
• majority
• huge
• have
• hold
• put something to the
• go to somebody/​something
• fall
• increase
• by vote
• vote against
• vote for
• change your vote
• force a vote (on something)
• a vote of confidence
• electoral
• majority
• huge
• have
• hold
• put something to the
• go to somebody/​something
• fall
• increase
• by vote
• vote against
• vote for
• change your vote
• force a vote (on something)
• a vote of confidence

Synonyms for Vote

• cast
• elect
• poll
• select
• referendum

Opposites of Vote

• abstain
• ignore

Common mistakes with Vote

• 'Vote for' confusion with 'vote against' (the opposite).
• Using 'voted' instead of 'vote' when talking about the action in the present.
• Confusing 'vote' as a noun and verb without context.

Frequently asked questions about Vote

What does Vote mean?

To choose one option in an election or decision.

What is the definition of Vote?

a formal choice that you make in an election or at a meeting in order to choose somebody or decide something

How do you use Vote in a sentence?

It's important to vote in local elections to make your voice heard.

Can you give another example of Vote?

Many people believe that their vote can change the outcome of the election.

What are synonyms for Vote?

Common alternatives include cast, elect, poll, select, referendum.

What is the opposite of Vote?

Opposite meanings include abstain, ignore.

What words go with Vote?

It commonly pairs with electoral, majority, huge, have, hold, put something to the, go to somebody/​something, fall, increase, by vote, vote against, vote for, change your vote, force a vote (on something), a vote of confidence, electoral, majority, huge, have, hold, put something to the, go to somebody/​something, fall, increase, by vote, vote against, vote for, change your vote, force a vote (on something), a vote of confidence, have, get, give somebody, electoral, majority, huge, have, hold, put something to the, go to somebody/​something, fall, increase, by vote, vote against, vote for, change your vote, force a vote (on something), a vote of confidence, electoral, majority, huge, have, hold, put something to the, go to somebody/​something, fall, increase, by vote, vote against, vote for, change your vote, force a vote (on something), a vote of confidence.

What are common mistakes when using Vote?

'Vote for' confusion with 'vote against' (the opposite). Using 'voted' instead of 'vote' when talking about the action in the present. Confusing 'vote' as a noun and verb without context.

How do you pronounce Vote?

US: /["/vəʊt/"]/, UK: /["/vəʊt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Vote?

Use 'vote' in discussions about elections, polls, or decisions. Avoid using it in very casual contexts unless referring to informal votes, like in a classroom.

What CEFR level is Vote?

"Vote" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.