elezioni
/e.letˈtsjo.ni/noun★Intermediate
formal
The process of voting to choose representatives or leaders in a government or organization.
Le elezioni generali in Italia si svolgono ogni cinque anni.
General elections in Italy are held every five years.
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The term can refer to national, regional, or local elections.
Collocations
elezioni politichepolitical electionselezioni amministrativemunicipal electionselezioni europeeEuropean elections
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Related Phrases
andare alle elezioniphrase
to go to the polls
vincere le elezioniphrase
to win the election
💡Pro Tip
Plural Form
'Elezioni' is always plural in Italian, even when referring to a single election event.
⚡Gold Rule
Formal Context
Use 'elezioni' in formal or official contexts, such as news reports or political discussions.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'eligere' (to choose) and the suffix '-zione' (action or process).
📝Usage Notes
In Italian, 'elezioni' is always plural and refers to the collective process of voting, not a single vote.
Word Breakdown
ele-
choose
root-zione
action or process
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