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    Elegiría (en. I would choose)

    /elexiˈɾia/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To express a preference or decision among several options.
    If I had the opportunity, I would choose to live abroad.
    Si tuviera la oportunidad, elegiría vivir en el extranjero.
    To select or choose something according to a determined criterion.
    In the elections, I would choose the candidate who supports education.
    En las elecciones, elegiría al candidato que apoya la educación.
    To have the ability to decide among different alternatives.
    If given a choice, I would choose the most ethical option.
    Si me dieran a elegir, elegiría la opción más ética.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'eligere', which means 'to choose' or 'to select'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    choose by finger
    To select something arbitrarily or without considering the options.
    elegir a dedo

    Related Words

    choice
    Act of choosing among several options.
    elección
    chosen
    Person or thing that has been selected or chosen.
    elegido

    Slang Meanings

    To choose informally.
    When I go out with friends, I choose who will pay the bill.
    Cuando salgo con amigos, elijo a quien va a pagar la cuenta.