elegir

elegir(
eh
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leh
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heer
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A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
transitive verb
a. to choose
Elegí quedarme en casa como madre a tiempo completo.I chose to stay home as a full-time mom.
b. to select
No elegiste la opción correcta del menú.You didn't select the right option from the menu.
c. to pick out
¿Me ayudas a elegir un traje para la boda?Will you help me pick out a suit for the wedding?
a. to elect
Los ciudadanos eligieron al nuevo alcalde la semana pasada.The citizens elected the new mayor last week.
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