voto
vote
The word 'voto' in Italian translates to 'vote' in English. It is used in a similar context as in English, referring to the act of expressing one's choice or decision in a matter, often in a formal setting such as an election or a poll. It can also refer to the total number of votes cast or received, as in 'Il voto è stato unanime' (The vote was unanimous).
Example sentences using: voto
Ho ricevuto un buon voto all'esame.
I got a good grade on the exam.
In this sentence, 'voto' means 'grade' and it refers to the score received after taking an exam. The Italian system of grading involves numbers, the highest of them usually being 30 or 100.
Il voto è un diritto di tutti i cittadini.
Voting is a right of all citizens.
In this context, 'voto' is translated as 'vote', synonymous with the act of expressing a formal indication of choice between two or more candidates in an election>
Ho fatto un voto di silenzio.
I made a vow of silence.
In this phrase, 'voto' refers to a solemn promise or commitment made to achieve a goal or uphold certain values or actions. In this specific case, the speaker has committed to not speaking.