How to Say "candidacy" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “candidacy” is “candidatura” — B2 level.
Examples
El político anunció su candidatura para la presidencia.
The politician announced his candidacy for the presidency.
La ciudad de Madrid presentó su candidatura para los Juegos Olímpicos.
The city of Madrid submitted its bid for the Olympic Games.
Mi candidatura fue aceptada por el comité de selección.
My application was accepted by the selection committee.
It's always feminine
Even if the person running for office is a man, the word 'candidatura' stays feminine. You always say 'la candidatura'.
Using it with 'para'
When you want to say what the candidacy is for, use the word 'para' (for), as in 'candidatura para alcalde' (candidacy for mayor).
Confusing the person with the process
Mistake: “Él es una candidatura fuerte.”
Correction: Él es un candidato fuerte. (Use 'candidato' for the person and 'candidatura' for the position or status they hold.)
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