Electo (en. Elected)

/eˈlek.to/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Designated by popular vote or by a competent authority.
The elected president will take office in January.
El presidente electo asumirá el cargo en enero.
One who has received votes to occupy a position but has not yet taken possession of it.
The elected representatives will attend an investiture ceremony.
Los representantes electos asistirán a una ceremonia de investidura.

Etymology

From Latin 'electus', past participle of 'elegere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

handpicked elect
A person chosen without the popular voting process.
electo a dedo
elected president
A person who has been elected to the presidency but has not yet taken office.
presidente electo
elected candidate
A person who has been chosen as a candidate for a position.
candidato electo

Related Words

election
Process through which someone is elected to a position.
elección
vote
Expression of an opinion in an election.
voto
candidate
A person running for a position.
candidato

Slang Meanings

Handpicked elect
The new manager was handpicked by the director.
El nuevo gerente fue electo a dedo por el director.
Popular elect
The popular elect has strong backing from the public.
El electo popular tiene un gran respaldo de la ciudadanía.