Cool MateMeaning of Elect
to choose somebody to do a particular job by voting for them
In simple words: To choose someone for a job or position, usually by voting.
Elect in a sentence
- The citizens will elect a new mayor in the upcoming election.
- It's time to elect a representative who truly understands our needs.
- In many countries, citizens have the right to elect their leaders.
- You can elect to receive notifications via email or text message.
- To register, voters must elect their preferred method of communication.
- We will elect our class president next week during the assembly.
- Some students may choose to elect not to participate in the survey.
How to use Elect
Use 'elect' when discussing formal selections, like in elections. Avoid in casual conversation about choosing non-official things.
Grammar pattern
elect + object
Memory hint
Think of 'ELECTion' — a process of choosing leaders.
Related words
Common mistakes with Elect
- Often confused with 'select', which is broader than voting.
- Incorrectly used in non-voting contexts, like choosing items.
- Assuming it can only refer to political positions.
Elect appears in
Elect in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
انتخاب
اختيار شخص لوظيفة أو منصب، عادةً عن طريق التصويت.
- Bengaliবাংলা
নির্বাচন করা
কাউকে কোনো কাজ বা পদের জন্য বেছে নেওয়া, সাধারণত ভোটের মাধ্যমে।
- GermanDeutsch
Wählen
Jemanden für einen Job oder eine Position auswählen, normalerweise durch Abstimmung.
- SpanishEspañol
Elegir
Elegir a alguien para un trabajo o posición, generalmente mediante votación.
- Persianفارسی
انتخاب کردن، برگزیدن
کسی را برای یک شغل یا موقعیت انتخاب کردن، معمولاً با رای دادن.
- FrenchFrançais
Élire
Choisir quelqu'un pour un job ou une position, souvent en votant.
- Hindiहिन्दी
चुनना
किसी को नौकरी या पद के लिए चुनना, आमतौर पर वोटिंग द्वारा।
- ItalianItaliano
Eleggere
Scegliere qualcuno per un lavoro o una posizione, di solito votando.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Eleger
Escolher alguém para um cargo ou posição, geralmente por votação.
- RussianРусский
Избирать, выбирать путём голосования
Выбрать кого-то на должность или позицию, обычно путём голосования.
- Urduاردو
منتخب کرنا، منتخب کرنا
کسی کو کسی کام یا عہدے کے لیے منتخب کرنا، عام طور پر ووٹنگ کے ذریعے۔
- Chinese中文
选举
通过投票选择某人担任工作或职位。
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Frequently asked questions about Elect
What does Elect mean?
To choose someone for a job or position, usually by voting.
What is the definition of Elect?
to choose somebody to do a particular job by voting for them
How do you use Elect in a sentence?
The citizens will elect a new mayor in the upcoming election.
Can you give another example of Elect?
It's time to elect a representative who truly understands our needs.
What are synonyms for Elect?
Common alternatives include choose, vote for, appoint, nominate, designate.
What is the opposite of Elect?
Opposite meanings include reject, dismiss.
What words go with Elect?
It commonly pairs with annually, locally, nationally, to, be elected, get elected, be declared elected.
What are common mistakes when using Elect?
Often confused with 'select', which is broader than voting. Incorrectly used in non-voting contexts, like choosing items. Assuming it can only refer to political positions.
How do you pronounce Elect?
US: /["/ɪˈlekt/","/ɪˈlekts/","/ɪˈlektɪd/","/ɪˈlektɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪˈlekt/","/ɪˈlekts/","/ɪˈlektɪd/","/ɪˈlektɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Elect?
Use 'elect' when discussing formal selections, like in elections. Avoid in casual conversation about choosing non-official things.
What CEFR level is Elect?
"Elect" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.