derecho al voto
/deɾet͡ʃo al boto/from spelling rules
The English phrase "voting rights" is translated into Spanish as derecho al voto.
The legal right of a person or group to vote in an election.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of derecho (right), al (to the) and voto (vote).
How does it change in a sentence?
While derecho al voto is the standard singular way to refer to the concept, the plural derechos al voto can be used when referring to multiple specific legal rights related to voting.
Did you know?
- The word voto is an etymological relative of boda, which means 'wedding', as both stem from the Latin root for a promise or vow.
- In some Spanish-speaking legal systems, derecho can also mean a 'fee' or 'tax' paid for a public service, such as derechos de examen.
- In Spanish, the word derecho can mean 'right' in a legal sense, but it also refers to the 'law' as a field of study or a university degree.
Examples in context
- El derecho al voto es fundamental para una sociedad democrática.Voting rights are fundamental for a democratic society.
- Todos deberíamos tener el derecho a votar.We should all have the right to vote.
- Los derechos al voto son esenciales en una sociedad justa y equitativa.Voting rights are essential in a fair and equitable society.
- Luchar por el derecho al voto es fundamental para la democracia.Fighting for the right to vote is fundamental for democracy.
- Todos los ciudadanos tienen el derecho al voto.All citizens have the right to vote.
- Debemos proteger el derecho al voto de todos.We must protect everyone's right to vote.
- El derecho al voto es fundamental en la democracia.The right to vote is fundamental in a democracy.
Example conversation
Sofía and Daniel are discussing a history project in class.
- SofíaDaniel, ¿estás leyendo sobre el derecho al voto?Daniel, are you reading about voting rights?
- DanielSí, Sofía, es un tema muy interesante.Yes, Sofía, it is a very interesting topic.
- SofíaEs increíble cuánto tiempo tomó conseguirlo.It is incredible how long it took to achieve it.
- DanielTienes razón, fue una lucha muy larga.You are right, it was a very long struggle.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries derecho, voto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
