La elección



Example: La elección del presidente cambió la historia del país.

Definition


"La elección" refers to the process or act of selecting a person or option, often through voting, to hold a position or make a decision. In history, "la elección" of a president can significantly influence the course of a country's events and development.

Etymology


The word "la elección" comes from the Spanish verb "elegir," which means to choose or select. It traces back to the Latin word "electio," derived from "eligere," meaning to pick out or choose. Did you know? The concept of "la elección" has been central to democratic societies since ancient times, emphasizing the power of choice.

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"La elección" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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