voter

Senses

1. 1.

   to vote

   to cast a ballot or express a choice in an election or decision

2. 2.

   to pass (a law)

   to approve or enact a law or measure through voting

Examples

• "Je vais voter aux prochaines élections présidentielles."

  I'm going to vote in the next presidential elections.

• "Le Parlement a voté cette loi avec une large majorité."

  Parliament passed this law with a large majority.

• "Tu as voté pour quel candidat?"

  Which candidate did you vote for?

Usage

Common in political contexts. Often constructed with "pour" (vote for) or "contre" (vote against). Formal register but everyday usage in France and francophone countries.