How to say "Choose" in Japanese

When translating "choose" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 選ぶ and 見計らう. In Japanese, 選ぶ (えらぶ (erabu)) is typically associated with "to choose, to select" (Syllabus Level: N4) and represents To make a choice from several options. Often used when selecting from a list, menu, or group of items.. On the other hand, 見計らう (みはからう (mihakarau)) maps to "to choose the right time, to select an appropriate moment" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents 状況や都合を考慮して、最も適切な時期やタイミングを選ぶことです。行動の時期を測るニュアンスがあります。. A literal translation of "choose" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!