voto
/ˈboto/
The English word "vote" is translated into Spanish as voto (noun).
The noun voto refers to a formalized choice. To express the action of making such a choice, you can use the verb votar.
Meaning: formalised choice (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, the phrase emitir el voto is commonly used in formal settings to mean "issuing" or "casting" a vote.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of the noun voto is votos.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈboto/
Did you know?
- While votar means to vote, the very similar-looking verb botar means to throw away or to bounce. Misspelling votar as botar would change a sentence about democracy into one about trash.
- The Spanish word voto shares a linguistic root with the word boda, which means 'wedding'.
- The expression voto a Dios is used in some regions as an emphatic exclamation of surprise or frustration, similar to saying 'I swear to God'.
Examples in context
- No tiene derecho de voto.He doesn't have the right to vote.This sentence is useful for demonstrating how to express the lack of a right to use voto.Tatoeba #7786924 by arh, translation #9678999 by DJ_Saidez
- Su voto decidiría el asunto.His vote would decide the issue.This sentence shows how voto can function as the subject that decides an issue.Tatoeba #1542241 by marcelostockle, translation #804313 by Source_VOA
- Cada estado tenía solo un voto.Each state had just one vote.This sentence illustrates the use of voto when referring to the single vote held by a state.Tatoeba #2216354 by marcelostockle, translation #804315 by Source_VOA
- Recuerden que mañana es el día de votar en las elecciones.Remember that tomorrow is the day to vote in the elections.
- El derecho a votar es fundamental para una democracia sólida.The right to vote is fundamental for a solid democracy.
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Example conversation
Sofía and Mateo are discussing a local community decision.
- Sofía¿Cuál es tu voto?What is your vote?
- MateoMi voto es para el nuevo parque.My vote is for the new park.
- SofíaYo también daré mi voto a favor.I will also cast my vote in favor.
- MateoEs una decisión importante para el barrio.It is an important decision for the neighborhood.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry voto, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries voto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
