escoger
choose
Elegir una opción entre varias posibles.
Word: escoger
Meaning:
"Escoger" is a Spanish verb that means to choose, to select, or to pick. It refers to the act of making a choice among options or alternatives.
Parts:
- "Es-" is a prefix used in some Spanish verbs but doesn't carry an independent meaning here.
- "coger" means "to take" or "to catch." When combined as "escoger," it conveys the idea of "taking out" or "selecting."
Usage:
- "Tengo que escoger un regalo para mi amigo."
(I have to choose a gift for my friend.)
Synonyms:
- elegir
- seleccionar
- optar por
Antonyms:
- rechazar (to reject)
- descartar (to discard)
The verb "escoger" implies a deliberation to pick or opt for one or more elements from a group.
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Examples
Voy a escoger este libro para leer.verb
I am going to choose this book to read.
Ellos van a escoger un color diferente.verb
They are going to choose a different color.
María quiere escoger el mejor libro para leer.verb
María wants to choose the best book to read.
Maria quiere escoger el postre más delicioso.verb
Maria wants to choose the most delicious dessert.
Puedes escoger la silla que prefieras.verb
You can choose the chair you prefer.
¿Quién debe escoger la película hoy?verb
Who should choose the movie today?
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