No. 1,197 in Portuguese
eleito
"Eleito" means "elected" or "chosen" in English.
In a sentence
O candidato foi eleito presidente da associação.
The candidate was elected president of the association.
Here, 'eleito' is used as the past participle of the verb 'eleger', indicating the result of a voting process.
O livro eleito pelo grupo como o melhor do ano foi muito popular.
The book chosen by the group as the best of the year was very popular.
In this sentence, 'eleito' describes being chosen, emphasizing selection or preference rather than strictly voting.
Ele foi eleito pela comunidade como líder por suas qualidades.
He was chosen by the community as a leader for his qualities.
Here, 'eleito' conveys being chosen based on particular criteria, highlighting recognition and selection.
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