exitoso
eh-hee-TOH-soh
📝 In Action
Ella es una abogada muy exitosa en Madrid.
A2She is a very successful lawyer in Madrid.
El lanzamiento del nuevo producto fue muy exitoso.
B1The launch of the new product was very successful.
Queremos tener un negocio exitoso.
A2We want to have a successful business.
💡 Grammar Points
Matching Gender and Number
This word changes its ending to match the person or thing you are describing. Use 'exitoso' for one male/masculine thing, 'exitosa' for one female/feminine thing, and add an 's' for plurals (exitosos/exitosas).
Using with 'Ser'
Since success is often seen as a characteristic or a lasting state, we almost always use the verb 'ser' (to be) instead of 'estar'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
The 'Exit' Confusion
Mistake: "Using 'exitoso' to mean someone is near an 'exit' (doorway)."
Correction: The word for a physical 'exit' is 'salida'. 'Exitoso' only refers to achievement and success.
⭐ Usage Tips
Natural Sounding Alternatives
While 'exitoso' is perfectly correct, native speakers often say someone 'tiene éxito' (has success) to sound more natural in casual conversation.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: exitoso
Question 1 of 2
If you want to describe a 'successful woman,' which form should you use?
📚 More Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'exitoso' mean 'famous'?
Not exactly. While many successful people are famous, 'exitoso' specifically means someone has achieved their goals or done well. 'Famoso' is the word for famous.
Can I use 'exitoso' for a person and a thing?
Yes! You can use it to describe a person (un actor exitoso), an event (una fiesta exitosa), or an abstract concept (un plan exitoso).