choose

1. V-T/V-I If you choose someone or something from several people or things that are available, you decide which person or thing you want to have. 挑選; 選擇

They will be able to choose their own leaders in democratic elections. 在民主選舉中他們將可以選出他們自己的領(lǐng)導(dǎo)人。

There are several patchwork cushions to choose from. 有幾種拼布工藝墊子可供選擇。

2. V-T/V-I If you choose to do something, you do it because you want to or because you feel that it is right. 情愿; 覺(jué)得應(yīng)該 (做某事)

They knew that discrimination was going on, but chose to ignore it. 他們知道歧視仍然存在，但他們情愿不去理會(huì)。

You have the right to remain silent if you choose. 如果你愿意，你有權(quán)保持沉默。