How to Say "to vote" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to vote” is “votar” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Mañana vamos a votar por el nuevo presidente.
Tomorrow we are going to vote for the new president.
Todos los ciudadanos mayores de edad tienen derecho a votar.
All adult citizens have the right to vote.
El comité votó unánimemente a favor de la propuesta.
The committee voted unanimously in favor of the proposal.
Choosing Your Option: 'Por' vs. 'A Favor'
When you vote for a candidate or party, use the preposition 'por' (Votar por un candidato). When you vote in favor of a general idea or law, use 'a favor de' (Votar a favor de la ley).
Votar vs. Botar
Mistake: “I want to vote this trash away: 'Quiero votar esta basura.'”
Correction: The correct verb is 'botar' (to throw away/to bounce). 'Quiero botar esta basura.' Remember, 'votar' is only for elections or decisions.
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