一票
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Meanings
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one vote; one ballot
Refers to a single vote or ballot in an election or decision-making process. Often used in contexts like 一票を投じる (cast a vote) or 一票の差 (a margin of one vote).
I cast a vote for him in the election.
The bill was passed by a margin of one vote.
Usage patterns
- 一票を投じるto cast a vote
He cast a vote in the election.
- 〈人〉に一票を入れるto vote for someone
I voted for that candidate.
- 一票の差で〈動詞〉to win/lose by a margin of one vote
He was elected by a margin of just one vote.
Expressions
- 清き一票conscientious vote; unsullied vote