I have been selected

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "I have been selected" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when informing someone that you have been chosen for a specific role, position, or opportunity. Example: "I am thrilled to announce that I have been selected for the scholarship program."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Formal & Business

Wiki

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

10 human-written examples

In fact, I have been selected to go to a Brontosaurus Conference in, say, Miami, Florida.

The New Yorker

I am overjoyed that I have been selected as one of the bloggers for the coming school year.

The New York Times

I have been selected to represent my school at the county championships and as I came third the year before, I am hopeful of going better.

The Guardian - Sport

"Look, I think every American is incredibly proud by the President's personal story," he said before the Congressional address, "and I have been selected and honoured to give... the Republican response".

Independent

At his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame at Canton, Ohio, in 1972, when he was 60 years old, he said, "I never expected to be selected for this, but since I have been selected, I'm sure glad it happened when I'm still around".

The New York Times - Sports

Does it mean I have been selected and should > > expect a Chrome OS notebook soon?

TechCrunch

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

50 human-written examples

When I tell friends that I have been selecting objects from the entire museum collection they imagine I have just been let loose in the stores and allowed to rummage as if I was at a car-boot sale.

The Guardian - Arts

I had to wonder whether I had been selected as a bowler.

The Guardian - Sport

I had been selected to help shape Booth's class of 2015 by reading applications and interviewing applicants.

The Economist

"I've been selected at No3 to do what I do and he's been very clear about me filling that role as best I can.

The Guardian - Sport

I was to wait by the phone between the hours of noon and 3 p.m. the next day to see if I had been selected.

The New York Times - Style

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

In formal writing, follow "I have been selected" with a precise description of the role or opportunity for which you were selected.

Common error

Avoid using active voice constructions when the passive voice is more appropriate. Saying "I selected myself" has a completely different meaning than "I have been selected".

Linguistic Context

The phrase "I have been selected" functions as a statement of fact, communicating that the speaker or writer has been chosen for something. Ludwig provides examples where this phrase is used to announce achievements or new roles.

Expression frequency: Common

Frequent in

News & Media

60%

Formal & Business

20%

Wiki

10%

Less common in

Science

5%

Encyclopedias

2%

Reference

3%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the phrase "I have been selected" is a grammatically sound and relatively common way to express that you have been chosen for something. According to Ludwig, this expression is usable in written English for communicating that you have been chosen for a specific role, position or opportunity. It's versatile enough for news reports, formal announcements and can be used in informal contexts. While it's not overly formal, it maintains a professional tone. Consider alternatives like "I was chosen" or "I have been appointed" to vary your expression. The selection of the right phrasing depends on the nuance you want to convey and, as shown through Ludwig's examples, the specific setting in which the news is conveyed.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

I was chosen

Simple past passive voice; emphasizes the action of choosing.

I have been appointed

More formal; often used for official positions.

I was picked

Informal alternative; implies a more casual selection process.

I have made the cut

Suggests overcoming a competitive stage.

I am a selectee

Noun form; highlights the state of being selected.

My application was accepted

Suitable for situations where an application or request was submitted.

I'm the successful candidate

More specific; suitable for job applications or competitions.

I'm among those chosen

Indicates being part of a select group.

I'm the chosen one

Figurative and emphatic; suggests a unique or destined selection.

I emerged as the selection

Emphasizes the result of a selection process.

FAQs

What does "I have been selected" mean?

It means that you were chosen or picked for something, such as a role, opportunity, or award. It indicates a decision was made in your favor.

What can I say instead of "I have been selected"?

You can use alternatives like "I was chosen", "I was picked", or "I have been appointed" depending on the context.

Is it better to say "I was selected" or "I have been selected"?

Both are grammatically correct, but "I have been selected" implies a more recent selection with ongoing relevance, while "I was selected" simply describes a past event.

How to use "I have been selected" in a sentence?

You can use it to announce an achievement: "I have been selected as a finalist for the scholarship." or to state a fact: "I have been selected to represent my school at the championships."