votación
“votación” means “vote” in Spanish (the act or result of voting).
vote, polling
Also: ballot, division
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La votación para elegir al nuevo director comenzará a las diez.
A2The vote to elect the new director will start at ten o'clock.
Tras una larga discusión, se decidió someter la propuesta a votación.
B1After a long discussion, it was decided to submit the proposal to a vote.
Los resultados preliminares de la votación presidencial se publicarán esta noche.
B2The preliminary results of the presidential polling will be published tonight.
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Comes directly from the Spanish verb 'votar' (to vote). This verb, in turn, comes from the Latin word 'votum,' which meant a promise, a wish, or a solemn pledge.
First recorded: Mid-19th century (in its current form)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'votación' and 'elección'?
'Votación' is the specific act of casting votes or the result of a single poll on one topic (like approving a budget). 'Elección' (election) usually refers to a larger, more formal event where many candidates or posts are decided (like a general election for president).
Can 'votación' refer to the results?
Yes, it can refer to the process ('La votación duró 8 horas') or the outcome ('La votación fue unánime' - The vote/result was unanimous).