Votar
Example: Mañana vamos a votar en las elecciones municipales.
Definition
"Votar" means to formally express a choice or decision in an election or meeting, usually by casting a ballot or raising a hand. For example, in the phrase 'Mañana vamos a votar en las elecciones municipales,' it refers to participating in municipal elections by selecting a candidate or option.
Etymology
The word "votar" comes from the Latin verb 'votare,' which means to vow or promise. Originally, it referred to making a solemn promise or wish, and over time it evolved to mean casting a formal choice or decision, especially in political or communal contexts. Did you know that the original sense of 'votare' was more about pledging or dedicating something rather than choosing in an election?
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"Votar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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