Declare for Meaning in English

expression

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Definition

To publicly say that you support or are in favor of someone or something, especially in politics or competition.

Usage & Nuances

Formal and mainly used in political, legal, or official contexts. Commonly found in phrases like 'declare for a candidate/side.' Not used in everyday conversation. Do not confuse with 'declare' alone, which means to announce or state something in general.

• Spanish: declararse a favor de - apoyar públicamente
• Portuguese (BR): declarar apoio a - manifestar-se a favor de
• Portuguese (PT): declarar apoio a - manifestar-se a favor de
• Chinese (Simplified): 公开支持 - 宣布支持
• Chinese (Traditional): 公開支持 - 宣布支持
• Hindi: समर्थन की घोषणा करना
• Arabic: يعلن تأييده لِـ
• Bengali: সমর্থনের ঘোষণা দেওয়া
• Russian: выступить за - публично поддержать
• Japanese: ～への支持を表明する
• Vietnamese: tuyên bố ủng hộ
• Korean: 지지하겠다고 선언하다
• Turkish: açıkça desteklemek - tarafını ilan etmek
• Urdu: حمایت کا اعلان کرنا
• Indonesian: menyatakan dukungan untuk

Example Sentences

He refused to declare for any side in the debate.

basic

After weeks of waiting, the organization finally declared for the reform movement.

natural

Sometimes politicians are slow to declare for a candidate until they see public opinion.

natural

If enough celebrities declare for the cause, it might gain real momentum.

natural

She was the first to declare for the new mayor.

basic

Several senators will soon declare for the proposal.

basic