Vote (en. Vote)

/vot/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Procedure by which an individual expresses their choice in an election.

Voting is essential for democracy.

Le vote est essentiel pour la démocratie.

Result of such a procedure.

The vote showed a majority in favor of the proposal.

Le vote a montré une majorité en faveur de la proposition.

verb

To express a choice or decision through a formal procedure.

They are going to vote to elect the new mayor.

Ils vont voter pour élire le nouveau maire.

To voice an opinion on a question at an assembly.

Members must vote on the new charter.

Les membres doivent voter sur la nouvelle charte.

From Latin 'votum', meaning 'vow', 'promise'.

blank vote

Vote without a choice, not attributed to a candidate.

vote blanc

proxy vote

Vote cast by one person on behalf of a voter.

vote par procuration

vote of confidence

Vote that tests the support of the assembly or parliament.

vote de confiance

voter

Person who participates in a vote.

électeur

election

Process by which a person is chosen for a position.

élection

ballot

Action of voting or method of voting.

scrutin

To vote for a popular cause

He decided to vote for the current trend.

Il a décidé de voter pour la tendance du moment.

To boast about one's choice

She has always voted for 'cool' candidates.

Elle a toujours voté pour des candidats 'cool'.