The Chinese word **大选** (dàxuǎn) is a compound noun formed by combining the character **大** (dà), meaning "big" or "large," with **选** (xuǎn), meaning "to elect" or "selection." It follows a common modifier-head structure in Chinese word formation, where **大** acts as an adjective modifying the core concept **选**. Together, they semantically specify the type of election as a major, large-scale, or general election, typically referring to a nationwide vote for a highest office like a presidency or parliament, thus distinguishing it from smaller-scale or local elections.