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/selekˈθjon/ ES
/selekˈsjon/ MX
Translation
selection, choice
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Word origin
From Latin selectio ('a choosing out'), from seligere ('to select'), from se ('apart') plus legere ('to gather, to choose').
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- selectio
- English cognates
- selection, select
Grammar
Examples
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The selection of candidates was very difficult.
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The Spanish national team won the match.
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There is a wide selection of books in the shop.
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Have you already made your selection of subjects?
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The coach announced the squad for the tournament.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 39, lesson 4: selección, regimiento, orfanato and 7 more words.