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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.
Strokes18Frequency#3732DifficultyVery Hard
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
18Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#3732Frequency Rank
次Measure Word
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.
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.
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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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.
When to use 选举
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.
选举 or something close to it
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.
What learners get wrong
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 2 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.
