Nominate as Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈnɑməˌneɪt/, /ˈnɑmənət/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz

NAH-muh-nayt az

UK

nˈɒmɪnˌeɪt/ /ˈæs

NOM-in-ayt az

Definition

To officially suggest or choose someone for a position, role, or award, stating exactly what they are being considered for.

Usage & Nuances

Usually used in formal or official contexts such as awards, elections, or job appointments. The phrase 'nominate as' is always followed by the specific role: 'nominate as president', 'nominate as team leader'. Do not confuse with 'nominate for', which emphasizes the award ('nominate for an Oscar').

• Spanish: nominar como
• Portuguese (BR): indicar como - nomear como
• Portuguese (PT): nomear como - indicar como
• Chinese (Simplified): 提名为
• Chinese (Traditional): 提名為
• Hindi: के रूप में नामांकित करना
• Arabic: يُرشِّح كـ
• Bengali: হিসাবে মনোনীত করা
• Russian: номинировать как
• Japanese: 〜として指名する
• Vietnamese: đề cử làm
• Korean: 으로 지명하다
• Turkish: olarak aday göstermek
• Urdu: کے طور پر نامزد کرنا
• Indonesian: menominasikan sebagai

Example Sentences

The committee will nominate as president tomorrow.

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We want to nominate as class representative.

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They nominated as team leader last year.

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Everyone was surprised when they nominated as head coach.

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She was nominated as spokesperson after the meeting.

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If you want to be nominated as treasurer, let us know before Friday.

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