Adjective
/ɪˈlɛk.tɚ.əl/
The term "electorial" refers to anything pertaining to elections, particularly in the context of a process that involves voting. This includes matters related to electoral systems, electoral votes, and generally the structures and activities surrounding elections.
The word is used primarily in written contexts, particularly in political science, law, and media coverage of elections.
"Electorial" is less common in everyday conversation and is more often found in formal writing, discussions about politics, and legal documents involving election laws and procedures.
Electorial laws are designed to ensure fair voting practices.
(法律旨在确保投票过程公正。)
The electorial process in our country is undergoing significant reform.
(我们国家的选举过程正在进行重大改革。)
Candidates must adhere to electorial guidelines established by the commission.
(候选人必须遵守委员会制定的选举指南。)
While "electorial" itself is not commonly featured in idiomatic expressions, it fits within the broader discourse around elections. Here are some idiomatic phrases related to elections:
To hit the campaign trail
(开始竞选活动)
"Candidates often hit the campaign trail to rally support before the electorial vote."
(候选人们常常开始竞选活动，以在选举投票前团结支持。)
To throw one's hat in the ring
(宣布参选)
"He decided to throw his hat in the ring during the last electorial cycle."
(他决定在上一个选举周期宣布参选。)
To go to the polls
(去投票)
"Citizens are encouraged to go to the polls every electorial season."
(市民被鼓励在每个选举季节去投票。)
Counting ballots
(点票)
"Counting ballots starts promptly after the electorial event closes."
(选举活动结束后，点票工作会立即开始。)
Grassroots campaign
(草根运动)
"The electorial strategies often focus on grassroots campaigns to gain local support."
(选举策略往往着眼于草根运动，以获取地方支持。)
The word "electorial" is derived from the root "elect," which comes from the Latin "electus," meaning "chosen." The suffix "-orial" indicates a relation to or pertaining to a specific aspect, in this case, the act or process of choosing.
Synonyms: - Electoral (commonly used term) - Voting - Referendum-related (contextual)
Antonyms: - Non-electoral - Appointed (referring to leadership selection not involving elections)