campeonato
“campeonato” means “championship” in Spanish (A competition to determine the overall winner).
championship, tournament
Also: league, title
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El equipo de baloncesto ganó el campeonato nacional.
A2The basketball team won the national championship.
El campeonato mundial de ajedrez se celebra cada dos años.
B1The world chess tournament is held every two years.
Participar en este campeonato requiere mucha disciplina.
B1Participating in this tournament requires a lot of discipline.
La final del campeonato fue increíblemente emocionante.
B2The championship final was incredibly exciting.
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This word comes from the base word 'campeón' (champion). The suffix '-ato' is often used in Spanish to mean 'the result of an action' or 'the state of being' related to the root word. So, a 'campeonato' is the event that determines the 'campeón'.
First recorded: 19th century (as the concept of modern sporting events developed)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'campeonato' only used for sports?
No, while it is most common in sports, 'campeonato' can refer to any large-scale organized competition, such as a chess tournament, a video game league, or a cooking contest.
What is the difference between 'campeonato' and 'torneo'?
They are very similar synonyms. 'Campeonato' often implies a longer, more structured competition (like a whole season or league), whereas 'torneo' often refers to a shorter event or bracket-style competition, but they are frequently interchangeable.