This is the 765th most frequent Macedonian word.
кандидат
Candidate.
In this sentence, "кандидат" is used to describe a person who is being considered for an elected position.
Тој е кандидат за градоначалник.
He is a candidate for mayor.
Here, "кандидатите" is the plural form and refers to individuals competing for a certain position or admission.
Кандидатите треба да го поминат тестот за прием.
The candidates must pass the admission test.
In this case, "кандидатура" (derived from "кандидат") refers to her application or nomination for a position.