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VocabJLPT N1

being elected

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. being elected
2. winning a prize (in a lottery, raffle, etc.)

A noun and する verb meaning to win an election or be selected in a lottery or raffle. It is used both in political contexts for election victories and in everyday contexts like winning a prize draw, as in 「宝くじに当選する」.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Who do you think is going to win the election this year?

Sentence 2

A new chairperson was elected at the company's labor union.

Sentence 3

I happened to glance at the TV and saw someone I know had won — I did a double take!

Sentence 4

Honestly, I have no idea how that person got elected.

Sentence 5

When he won in a stunning comeback, the whole room erupted!