Meaning
To choose a particular option or thing from a range of possibilities.
Cultural Background
Americans often use 'opt for' in corporate settings to sound strategic. Used similarly, often in formal written reports. Common in bilingual contexts due to French influence. Used in professional contexts, though 'go with' is more common in speech.
Grammar check
Remember: Noun after 'for', Verb after 'to'.
Meaning
To choose a particular option or thing from a range of possibilities.
Grammar check
Remember: Noun after 'for', Verb after 'to'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form.
We decided to ___ the blue paint.
We need a noun phrase after 'opt for'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesWe decided to ___ the blue paint.
We need a noun phrase after 'opt for'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, that is incorrect. Use 'I opted to go'.
Related Phrases
opt out
specialized formTo choose not to participate.
go with
synonymTo choose.
