What is the Spanish word for "candidate"?

Learn how to say "candidate" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

candidate

Spanish

candidato

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Alternative translations of "candidate"

candidato
aspirante
postulante
opositor
concursante

Examples of how to use "candidate" in Spanish

English
Who is the best candidate for the job?
Spanish
¿Quién es el mejor candidato para el trabajo?
English
Each candidate gave a short introduction.
Spanish
Cada candidato dio una breve introducción.
English
She interviewed the candidate yesterday afternoon.
Spanish
Ella entrevistó al candidato ayer por la tarde.
English
The candidate answered every question calmly.
Spanish
El candidato respondió a todas las preguntas con calma.
English
Which candidate do you support for mayor?
Spanish
¿A qué candidato apoyas para alcalde?

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