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English - Korean
Election
əˈlɛkʃ(ə)n
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
선거 (seongeo), 투표 (tupyo), 선택 (seontaek), 투표권 (tupyogeon)
Election meanings in Korean
선거 (seongeo)
Example:
The presidential election will be held next month.
대통령 선거는 다음 달에 열릴 것이다.
Many people participated in the local elections.
많은 사람들이 지방 선거에 참여했다.
Usage: formalContext: Used in political contexts, referring to the process of voting to choose representatives or decide on issues.
Note: This is the most common translation for 'election' and is used in both formal writing and conversations.
투표 (tupyo)
Example:
I will vote in the election tomorrow.
나는 내일 선거에서 투표할 것이다.
Voting is an important part of the election process.
투표는 선거 과정의 중요한 부분이다.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Refers to the act of voting itself, which is a key component of an election.
Note: While '투표' refers specifically to the act of voting, it can also imply participation in an election.
선택 (seontaek)
Example:
The election of the new leader will be a tough choice.
새 리더의 선택은 어려운 선거가 될 것이다.
In the election, we have to make a choice between candidates.
선거에서 우리는 후보자들 사이에서 선택해야 한다.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when discussing the choice or decision made during an election process.
Note: This term emphasizes the aspect of choosing rather than the election process itself.
투표권 (tupyogeon)
Example:
Everyone should have the right to vote in elections.
모든 사람은 선거에서 투표할 권리가 있어야 한다.
The election law protects the voting rights of citizens.
선거법은 시민의 투표권을 보호한다.
Usage: formalContext: Refers to the legal rights associated with voting in elections.
Note: Important in discussions about democracy and civic rights.
Election's synonyms
vote
A vote refers to the formal expression of a choice or opinion by an individual or a group, especially in a meeting or an election. It is a common synonym for election because it directly involves the act of choosing a candidate or a decision.
Example: Citizens will cast their votes in the upcoming election.
Note:
poll
A poll is a survey of people's opinions or voting intentions. While it can refer to the process of voting in an election, it is often used to indicate a measurement of public opinion through surveys or questionnaires.
Example: The latest poll shows the incumbent candidate leading in the election.
Note: Poll is more commonly used to refer to surveys and measurements of public opinion, while election specifically refers to the process of choosing a candidate or making a decision through voting.
ballot
A ballot is a piece of paper or a card used to cast a vote in an election. It is a synonym for election as it represents the physical means through which individuals express their choices during the voting process.
Example: Each voter will receive a ballot to mark their choices in the election.
Note:
referendum
A referendum is a general vote by the electorate on a single political question that has been referred to them for a direct decision. While it is a type of election, a referendum typically involves a specific question or issue for the public to decide upon.
Example: The government decided to hold a referendum on the proposed constitutional changes.
Note: Referendum specifically refers to a direct vote by the electorate on a particular issue or question, whereas election is a broader term encompassing the selection of candidates or decisions on various matters.
Election expressions, common phrases
The ballot box
Refers to the physical box where completed voting slips are placed during an election.
Example: Let's see what the ballot box has to say about the election results.
Note: The phrase 'ballot box' specifically refers to the physical container for votes, whereas 'election' is the process of choosing a person or people for a position by voting.
To run for office
To compete as a candidate for a political position in an election.
Example: She announced her intention to run for office in the upcoming election.
Note: While 'election' refers to the overall process of choosing a candidate, 'to run for office' specifically focuses on an individual's decision to seek a political position.
The campaign trail
Refers to the activities and events involved in seeking election to a political office.
Example: The candidates have been busy on the campaign trail, meeting voters and giving speeches.
Note: Unlike 'election' which is the formal process of voting, 'the campaign trail' refers to the more active and public aspects of running for office, such as speeches, debates, and public events.
To cast a vote
To officially place your vote for a candidate or choice in an election.
Example: Make sure to cast your vote in the upcoming election.
Note: While 'election' is the event or process of choosing, 'to cast a vote' is the action of physically or electronically recording your choice during an election.
To concede defeat
To acknowledge that you have lost in an election or competition.
Example: After the results were announced, the candidate gracefully conceded defeat.
Note: 'To concede defeat' specifically relates to accepting loss in an election, whereas 'election' itself is the broader concept of the process of choosing a candidate through voting.
To be sworn into office
To take an official oath in order to assume a position of authority, especially after being elected.
Example: The newly elected president will be sworn into office next week.
Note: While 'election' refers to the selection process, 'to be sworn into office' is the act of formally taking on the responsibilities of a position after winning the election.
A landslide victory
A decisive and overwhelming victory in an election or competition.
Example: The incumbent won the election in a landslide victory, securing over 70% of the votes.
Note: 'A landslide victory' describes a specific outcome of an election, highlighting the extent of the win, while 'election' refers to the entire process of choosing a candidate through voting.
To campaign for votes
To actively seek support from voters in order to win an election.
Example: The candidate has been traveling across the country to campaign for votes ahead of the election.
Note: 'To campaign for votes' involves the active pursuit of voter support, distinct from the overall concept of 'election' which encompasses the entire process of voting and selecting a candidate.
To be re-elected
To be elected for another term in a position one already holds.
Example: The mayor was re-elected for a second term in office.
Note: 'To be re-elected' specifically refers to winning another term in office, distinct from the general concept of 'election' which applies to the process of choosing a candidate through voting.
Election everyday (slang) expressions
The polls
Refers to surveys or questionnaires conducted to gauge public opinion on political candidates or issues.
Example: Have you seen the latest polls for the upcoming election?
Note: The term 'polls' is more casual and commonly used in conversation compared to 'election' which is the formal term.
To hit the stump
To go out and actively campaign, usually involving speaking engagements, public appearances, and engaging with voters.
Example: The candidate will hit the stump in several states this week to rally support.
Note: This slang term emphasizes the physical act of campaigning, which may involve literal traveling to different locations, rather than the broader concept of a political campaign.
The electorate
Refers to all the people in a country or area who are entitled to vote in an election.
Example: The candidate aimed their message towards the electorate's concerns about healthcare.
Note: While 'the electorate' still relates to the concept of people who can vote, it is more formal compared to the word 'election' and carries a more specific political connotation.
To flip a district
To win in a certain district, especially when the outcome results in a shift from one political party to another.
Example: She was determined to flip the district by mobilizing new voters.
Note: This slang term focuses on the action of changing the political dynamics within a specific geographical area, rather than the overall general election process.
To hit the ground game
Refers to the physical organization and execution of a political campaign on the ground, including activities such as canvassing, phone banking, and volunteer recruitment.
Example: The campaign manager stressed the importance of hitting the ground game early in the election season.
Note: This term highlights the grassroots mobilization aspect of campaigning, involving direct interactions with voters, as opposed to the broader strategy or messaging aspect associated with 'election'.
To secure the swing states
To focus efforts on winning states in an election that are considered competitive and likely to switch between different political parties.
Example: The candidate strategized on how to secure the swing states for a path to victory.
Note: This slang term pertains to a specific subset of states that are pivotal in determining the overall election result, emphasizing strategic targeting rather than the entire electoral process.
The down-ballot races
Refers to elections for positions lower on the ballot, such as local, state, or congressional races.
Example: While the presidential election gets the most attention, don't overlook the importance of the down-ballot races.
Note: This term highlights the significance of elections beyond the high-profile presidential race, focusing on other races that may impact governance at different levels.
Election - Examples
The election is coming up soon.
선거가 곧 다가옵니다.
The candidates are campaigning hard for the election.
후보자들이 선거를 위해 열심히 캠페인하고 있습니다.
The voter turnout was high in the last election.
지난 선거에서 유권자 투표율이 높았습니다.
Election grammar
Election - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: election
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): elections, election
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): election
Syllables, Separation and Stress
election Contains 2 syllables: elec • tion
Phonetic transcription: i-ˈlek-shən
elec tion , i ˈlek shən (The red syllable is stressed)
Election - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
election: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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