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March 24, 2026
选举(選舉)xuǎnjǔ(xuan3ju3)
选举 (xuǎn jǔ) refers to the process of electing individuals for political office or selecting representatives through a vote. It is commonly used in contexts related to government, political parties, and civic engagement, highlighting the democratic process of choosing leaders.
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Cultural Note
In China, elections are often held at various levels of government, but the process is different from Western democracies, as many positions are not directly elected by the public. Understanding 选举 helps grasp the nuances of China's political landscape.
Memory Tip
Think of 选 (xuǎn) as 'selecting' and 举 (jǔ) as 'raising up' a candidate. Imagine a ballot where you select a candidate by raising your hand, symbolizing your choice in an election.
Meanings of 选举
xuǎnjǔ(xuan3ju3)
1to elect
2election
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About 选举
选举Simplified
選舉Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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投票 (tóupiào) - 投票 refers specifically to the act of voting, while 选举 encompasses the entire electoral process including the organization and outcome.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 选 (xuǎn) as 'selecting' and 举 (jǔ) as 'raising up' a candidate. Imagine a ballot where you select a candidate by raising your hand, symbolizing your choice in an election.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the word's context; it's typically used in formal settings, such as political discussions or news reports. A common mistake is to confuse 选举 with 选择 (xuǎn zé), which means to choose or select in a broader sense. Remember, 选举 specifically pertains to elections.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 选举 connects with other political terminology, such as 政治 (zhèng zhì - politics) and 代表 (dài biǎo - representative). Students should focus on understanding its usage in sentences and its implications in civic contexts.
Cultural Note
In China, elections are often held at various levels of government, but the process is different from Western democracies, as many positions are not directly elected by the public. Understanding 选举 helps grasp the nuances of China's political landscape.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 选举 by using it in contexts unrelated to voting, such as saying '我选举这个书' (Wǒ xuǎnjǔ zhège shū - 'I elect this book'), which should be corrected to '我选择这本书' (Wǒ xuǎnzé zhè běn shū - 'I choose this book').
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Grammar Patterns of 选举
选举 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
There will be a run-off between these two candidates on December 9th.
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今天地方选举的投票一开始就人头攒动。
jīn tiān dì fāng xuǎn jǔ de tóu piào yī kāi shǐ jiù rén tóu zǎn dòng。
There has been a busy start to polling in today's local elections.
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随着选举日的临近，这一因素将愈发重要。
suí zháo xuǎn jǔ rì de lín jìn， ， zhè yī yīn sù jiāng yù fā zhòng。
This factor will come increasingly to the fore as election day nears.
4
他以压倒性多数赢得上月的总统选举。
tā yǐ yā dǎo xìng duō shù yíng dé shàng yuè de zǒng tǒng xuǎn jǔ。
He won last month's presidential election by a landslide.
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在即将到来的选举中，我们将面临一场恶斗。
zài jí jiāng dào lái de xuǎn jǔ zhōng， ， wǒ mén jiāng miàn lín yī cháng è。
We'll face a tough fight in the upcoming election.
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他在11月3号的选举中仅获得了49%的相对多数票。
tā zài11 113 yuè 3 hào de xuǎn jǔ zhōng jǐn huò49% dé le 49% de xiāng duì。
He only got a plurality on November 3rd, just 49 percent.
7
费利佩·冈萨雷斯在西班牙选举中获得第4次连任。
fèi lì pèi· · gāng sà léi sī zài xī bān yá xuǎn jǔ zhōng huò dé4 dì 4 cì。
Felipe Gonzalez won a fourth term of office in Spain's election.
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他们赢得下届选举的机会在五成以上。
tā mén yíng dé xià jiè xuǎn jǔ de jī huì zài wǔ chéng yǐ shàng。
They have a more than even chance of winning the next election.
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他们在去年选举中如此糟糕的表现并不奇怪。
tā mén zài qù nián xuǎn jǔ zhōng rú cǐ zāo gāo de biǎo xiàn bìng bù qí guài。
It is not surprising they did so badly in last year's elections.
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他预计选举在11月左右举行。
tā yù jì xuǎn jǔ zài11 11 yuè zuǒ yòu jǔ。
He expects the elections to be held around November.
Cultural Notes for 选举
🏮Cultural insight
In China, elections are often held at various levels of government, but the process is different from Western democracies, as many positions are not directly elected by the public. Understanding 选举 helps grasp the nuances of China's political landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions about 选举
选举 specifically refers to elections and voting processes, while 选择 means to choose or select in a general sense.
Typically, 选举 is used in formal or political contexts; using it informally may sound out of place.
You can say '我们要进行选举' (Wǒmen yào jìnxíng xuǎnjǔ) meaning 'We are going to hold an election.'
