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[こう()·()]
kouho
noun

English Meaning(s) for 候補

noun
  1. candidate; contender; prospect; pick; choice; list
  2. candidacy; candidature; nomination

Definition and Synonyms for 候補

Nominee a politician who is running for public office
Synonyms: 候補, 候補者, 立候補者, 運動員
Prospect someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)
Synonyms: 候補, 候補者

Meanings for each kanji in 候補

» climate; season; weather
» supplement; supply; make good; offset; compensate; assistant; learner

Categories 候補 is a member of

Individual a human being
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Politician a person active in party politics
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Sample Sentences for 候補

He was being groomed as a presidential candidate.
Our party finally had a candidate we could put forward with pride.
Farmers are still sitting on the fence over which candidate to back.
Valencia is a much fitter candidate for student body president than her competitors.
Three candidates ran for President and he was elected.

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