choose — to pick out or select from a number of alternatives
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to pick out or select from a number of alternatives
Pronunciation (IPA): /tʃuːz/
Example Sentences
- I can't choose between chocolate cake and cheesecake - they both look amazing!
- Students must choose their major by the end of sophomore year.
- My mom always chooses the longest line at the supermarket.
choose
VERB[/tʃuːz/]
to pick out or select from a number of alternatives
A girl chooses her favorite ice cream flavor from many options
Choose to cruise, not to lose!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word choose derives from Old English 'ceosan', which has roots in the Germanic language family. The original meaning of 'to taste or test' evolved into the modern sense of 'to select or decide between options'.
Breakdown
The word comes from Old English 'ceosan' (to taste, test, try) → Modern English 'choose'. The semantic shift reflects how the concept of testing or sampling developed into deliberate selection.
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📝Examples
“I can't choose between chocolate cake and cheesecake - they both look amazing!”
“Students must choose their major by the end of sophomore year.”
“My mom always chooses the longest line at the supermarket.”
“If I had to choose a superpower, I would pick the ability to fly.”
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