This is the 357th most frequent Spanish word.
votos
Votes.
In this sentence, 'votos' signifies individual choices or opinions in a democratic society.
Sociedades democráticas valoran el poder de los votos individuales.
Democratic societies value the power of individual votes.
This usage of 'votos' translates to 'vows,' pertaining to commitments or solemn promises.
Ella cumplió sus votos de caridad con dedicación y amor.
She fulfilled her vows of charity with dedication and love.
Here, 'votos' refers to the act of expression of preference in a democratic election.