Definition and meaning of English word "choose"
choose
/tʃuːz/
Meaning
VerbTo pick; to make the choice of; to select.
How to use
The verb 'choose' is often used in both formal and informal contexts to indicate the act of selecting something. Learners should note that 'choose' is often followed by the preposition 'between' or 'among' when referring to multiple options. A common mistake is using 'choose' with 'from' instead of 'among'.
🇬🇧 English
choose
Example
She chose the red dress.
I will choose the blue car.
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Common phrases
- choose between— to decide between two or more options
- choose from— to select something from a group of options
- choose wisely— to make a careful and thoughtful choice
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Frequency rank: #874 in English
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What does the English word "choose" mean?▼
The English word "choose" means "choose" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "You can choose any book you like." (which translates as "choose").
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