elecciones
/elekˈθjones/
elections
Las elecciones presidenciales se celebrarán el próximo mes.
The presidential elections will be held next month.
formal
The process of voting to choose representatives or leaders in a political system.
Las elecciones generales determinan el futuro del país.
The general elections determine the future of the country.
In Spanish-speaking countries, 'elecciones' typically refers to national, regional, or local political elections.
Collocations
elecciones generalesgeneral electionselecciones presidencialespresidential electionselecciones municipalesmunicipal elections
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Plural Usage
Even when referring to a single election event, 'elecciones' is always plural in Spanish.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'electio' (choice, selection), related to 'elegere' (to choose).
Usage Notes
The plural form 'elecciones' is always used, even when referring to a single election event.
Word Breakdown
elect-
choose
root-ciones
actions or processes
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