立候補

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 立候補(りっこうほ) means putting oneself forward as a candidate for selection, such as in an election.
• Basic usage: It describes running for mayor or volunteering as a candidate for class representative.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Standing as a candidate and being elected
  • 立候補 is the step of becoming a candidate, while 当選 is the outcome of being elected.
• Reading and the role sought
  • The reading りっこうほ includes a small っ. 学級委員に立候補する means standing for class representative.