Escojiste (en. You chose)

/es-ko-'xis-te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To select or choose something among various options.
You chose the most interesting book in the library.
Escojiste el libro más interesante de la biblioteca.
To make a decision about a topic or situation.
You made a good choice by deciding to study abroad.
Escojiste bien al decidir estudiar en el extranjero.
To indicate preference for a specific option.
When the moment came, you chose the movie that we all wanted to see.
Cuando llegó el momento, escojiste la película que todos queríamos ver.

Etymology

From the Latin 'ex-colligere', which means to gather or select.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to choose between two
To choose between two options.
escoger entre dos
don't choose lightly
Don't make a decision without thinking it through.
no escojas a la ligera
to choose the best
To select the best available option.
escoger lo mejor

Related Words

to choose
To make a choice between several alternatives.
escoger
choice
Action of choosing among various options.
elección
to decide
To make a choice or make a decision.
decidir

Slang Meanings

To choose something at random.
I only did it because you randomly chose from the papers.
Solo lo hice porque escojiste al azar entre los papeles.
To make a choice without considering the consequences.
Sometimes it's better not to choose without thinking.
A veces es mejor no escojas sin pensar.