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当选 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
当选dāngxuǎnto be electedHSK 6, v, rank #7606, Hard
dāngxuǎn(dang1xuan3) T1
  1. 1to be elected
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March 24, 2026
当选(當選)dāngxuǎn(dang1xuan3)

The term '当选' means 'to be elected' and is commonly used in political contexts, such as elections for government officials or organizational leaders. It implies that an individual has been chosen for a position through a voting process or selection procedure.

Frequency#7606DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

'当选' is often used during national elections in China, where the process can involve various levels of government. Understanding this term can give insight into the importance of collective decision-making in Chinese political culture.

Memory Tip

Imagine a voting booth where a candidate stands proudly, holding a sign that says '当选'. The character '当' (dang) resembles a person standing tall, while '选' (xuan) has a shape that looks like a ballot paper. Together, they create a visual of someone being chosen in an election.

Meanings of 当选

dāngxuǎn(dang1xuan3)
1to be elected
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About 当选

当选Simplified
當選Traditional
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—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#7606Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2

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AI Study Notes for 当选

Quick Contrast

当选 (to be elected) vs 被选 (to be chosen) — use 当选 to emphasize the election process specifically, while 被选 can refer to any selection process.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a voting booth where a candidate stands proudly, holding a sign that says '当选'. The character '当' (dang) resembles a person standing tall, while '选' (xuan) has a shape that looks like a ballot paper. Together, they create a visual of someone being chosen in an election.

Usage Notes

When using '当选', be mindful of the context, as it is generally more formal and associated with official elections. Avoid confusing it with similar terms like '当任' (to hold office) which has a different nuance. Remember to use the correct tones to ensure clarity.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, '当选' connects to other political or formal vocabulary at this level. Focus on practicing related phrases and sentences to enhance understanding and usage in discussions about elections and governance.

Cultural Note

'当选' is often used during national elections in China, where the process can involve various levels of government. Understanding this term can give insight into the importance of collective decision-making in Chinese political culture.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse '当选' with '当任', using it incorrectly in contexts where they should indicate holding a position rather than being elected. For example, saying '他当选了这个职位' (He was elected to this position) is correct, but '他当任了这个职位' (He held this position) is incorrect if they mean to emphasize being elected.

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Pronunciation of 当选

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Component Characters

当dāngto act as
HSK 46 strokes⺌
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选xuǎnto choose
HSK 39 strokes辶
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Grammar Patterns of 当选

当选 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. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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通常现任官员有94%的几率会再次____。

In general, incumbents have a 94 per cent chance of being reelected.

Example Sentences for 当选 (7)

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通常现任官员有94%的几率会再次当选。

tōng cháng xiàn rèn guān yuán yǒu94% 94% de jī shuài huì zài cì dāng。

In general, incumbents have a 94 per cent chance of being reelected.
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雷诺兹先生以102票对60票再次当选。

léi nuò zī xiān shēng yǐ102 102 piào60 duì 60 piào zài cì。

Mr Reynolds was re-elected by 102 votes to
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1991年秋他当选为法官。

1991 1991 nián qiū tā dāng xuǎn wéi fǎ。

He was elected judge in the fall of
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这个候选人以一千票的多数当选.

zhè gè hòu xuǎn rén yǐ yī qiān piào de duō shù dāng xuǎn.

The candidate was put in by a majority of one thousand.
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他以40票对10票的大多数票当选.

tā yǐ40 40 piào10 duì 10 piào de dà duō shù piào.

He is elected by a majority of 40 votes against
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他只以两票的微弱优势当选.

tā zhī yǐ liǎng piào de wēi ruò yōu shì dāng xuǎn.

He won the most marginal seat by only two votes.
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他以大多数票 [ 超过对方3240票 ] 当选.

tā yǐ dà duō shù piào[ [ chāo guò duì3240 fāng] 3240 piào.

He was elected by a large majority [ by a majority of 3240 ].

Cultural Notes for 当选

🏮Cultural insight

'当选' is often used during national elections in China, where the process can involve various levels of government. Understanding this term can give insight into the importance of collective decision-making in Chinese political culture.

🌏Cross-cultural Insight

In Western cultures, the concept of being elected often involves more direct public engagement and campaigning, while in China, elections may follow a more structured and less publicized process.

Frequently Asked Questions about 当选

You can say '他在选举中当选为市长' (He was elected as the mayor in the election).