Tổng tuyển cử

/tɔŋ twiən kɨ̂/
nounIntermediate
⚖️Law
formal

A nationwide election where voters choose representatives for the highest legislative body (e.g., National Assembly) and sometimes the head of state.

Tổng tuyển cử là cơ hội để người dân lựa chọn lãnh đạo mới.

The general election is an opportunity for citizens to choose new leadership.

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In Vietnam, this typically refers to elections for the National Assembly, which then elects the President and other high-ranking officials.

Collocations

Tổng tuyển cử quốc gianational general electionTổng tuyển cử sắp tớiupcoming general election

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Related Phrases

bầu cử trực tiếpphrase
direct election
bầu cử gián tiếpphrase
indirect election

💡Pro Tip

Political Context

In Vietnam, the National Assembly elections are held every five years, and the term 'Tổng tuyển cử' is often used in formal political discussions.

Gold Rule

Terminology Precision

Use 'Tổng tuyển cử' for national-level elections and 'bầu cử địa phương' for local elections to avoid confusion.

📖Word Origin

From 'tổng' (general, comprehensive) + 'tuyển cử' (election). The term emphasizes the nationwide scope of the election process.

📝Usage Notes

In Vietnamese political discourse, 'Tổng tuyển cử' specifically refers to elections for the National Assembly, which is the highest legislative body. It is distinct from local elections ('bầu cử địa phương').

Word Breakdown

Tổng
general, comprehensive
prefix
+
tuyển cử
election
root
Từ Điển Việt Anh