A1verb1K

Choose

UK /["/tʃuːz/","/ˈtʃuːzɪz/","/tʃəʊz/","/ˈtʃəʊzn/","/ˈtʃuːzɪŋ/"]/US /["/tʃuːz/","/ˈtʃuːzɪz/","/tʃəʊz/","/ˈtʃəʊzn/","/ˈtʃuːzɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to decide which thing or person you want out of the ones that are available

In simple words: to pick one thing from a group

Examples

  • You can choose any dessert from the menu.
  • It's important to choose wisely when making decisions.
  • I didn't know which sweater to choose for the cold weather.
  • Can you choose a book for the class project?
  • He wanted to choose a career in medicine.

Usage notes

Use 'choose' when you have multiple options. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid using 'choose' for situations that require consent or approval.

Grammar pattern

choose + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'choose' a delicious food to eat!

Collocations

  • carefully
  • wisely
  • freely
  • be able to
  • be free to
  • can
  • between
  • from
  • pick and choose

Synonyms

  • select
  • pick
  • decide
  • opt
  • elect

Antonyms

  • reject
  • discard

Common mistakes

  • Using 'chose' instead of 'choose' in present tense
  • 'Choosing' without an object, e.g., 'I choose.'