to select; to pick · choice; option; alternative

xuǎn zé

x+üǎn·3rd tonez+é·2nd tone

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You have a choice of black tea, coffee, or milk.

你可以选择红茶，咖啡或牛奶。

In the U.S., you have the option, when you enter a restaurant, to sit in the smoking or non-smoking section.

在美国，当你进入餐厅时，你可选择坐在吸烟区或是禁烟区。

You should choose your friends very carefully.

选择朋友要慎重。

Please select a language for the Image Viewer interface.

请为Image Viewer的界面选择语言。

He's picky about suits and ties.

他对西装和领带的选择非常挑剔。

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