turnout

[/ˈtɜːrnaʊt/]
nounpl: turnouts
comparecimento
1. the number of people who attend an event or participate in an activity
The election had a high turnout of voters.
A eleição teve um alto comparecimento de eleitores.
2. the number or proportion of people who actually vote in an election
Voter turnout was 65% in the presidential election.
O comparecimento de eleitores foi de 65% na eleição presidencial.
3. a place where a road widens to allow vehicles to turn or stop
We stopped at a turnout on the highway to enjoy the view.
Paramos em um acostamento na rodovia para apreciar a vista.
4. a branch road or railway line
The train switched onto a turnout to avoid the main track.
O trem mudou para um desvio para evitar a linha principal.
5. the way someone is dressed or equipped; appearance
She had an elegant turnout for the gala.
Ela tinha uma aparência elegante para a gala.
In both US and Brazilian contexts, 'turnout' is a critical metric in elections and civic engagement. Brazil has mandatory voting, which typically ensures higher turnout rates compared to the US. The term is also commonly used in event promotion and planning in both countries to gauge attendance expectations and success.
NYC Slang
show (as in 'good show' for attendance at an event)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
attendanceparticipationgatheringcrowdappearanceoutfit
Antonyms / Antônimos
absencenon-participationboycott

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comparecimento
most common term for voter or event attendance
General Brazilian
presença
alternative for general attendance
Brazil
acostamento
used for roadside stopping area
Portugal
afluência
common term for voter turnout
Portugal
traje
used for outfit or dress appearance

Related Words

voterelectionattendanceparticipationcrowdgathering

Related Idioms & Phrases

high turnout
low turnout
record turnout
voter turnout
turnout for the books
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