dar voto de... (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech:

• This phrase is commonly used as a verb in Spanish.

Phonetic Transcription:

• /dar ˈbo.to de/

Usage in Spanish:

• The phrase "dar voto de..." is mainly used in written Spanish, especially in formal contexts. It is not as common in everyday oral speech.

Example Sentences:

1. Ella va a dar voto de confianza a su nuevo jefe.

2. She is going to give a vote of confidence to her new boss.

3. El equipo decidió dar voto de gracias al entrenador por su dedicación.

4. The team decided to give a vote of thanks to the coach for his dedication.

Idiomatic Expressions:

• Dar voto de confianza: To give someone the benefit of the doubt.

• Juan decidió dar voto de confianza a su amigo y creer en su palabra.

  • Juan decided to give his friend the benefit of the doubt and believe in his word.

• Dar voto de silencio: To keep a secret, to remain silent.

• Después de la promesa, recibió el voto de silencio de su amiga.
  • After the promise, she received her friend's vow of silence.

Etymology:

• "Dar voto de..." translates to "to give a vote of..." in English. The phrase originates from the verb "dar," which means "to give," and "voto," which means "vote" or "vow."

Synonyms:

• Synonyms: dar aprobación (to give approval), dar apoyo (to give support).
• Antonyms: negar voto (deny vote), rechazar apoyo (reject support).