eleja

This is the 10104th most frequent Portuguese word.


eleja

"Eleja" means "elect" or "choose" in English, as a command or subjunctive form.


Here, 'eleja' is used as a command in the imperative mood, advising someone to take an action.

Eleja um candidato para a eleição.

Elect a candidate for the election.


In this sentence, 'eleja' appears as the subjunctive mood in a dependent clause, expressing a wish or hope.

Espero que você eleja alguém competente.

I hope you elect someone competent.


'Eleja' is used here in a subordinate clause introducing a condition or time frame, conjugated in the subjunctive mood.

Quando eleja o presidente, pense nas suas propostas.

When electing the president, think about their proposals.