exitoso
“exitoso” means “successful” in Spanish (having achieved popularity, profit, or a desired outcome).
successful
Also: prosperous, hit
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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.
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If you want to describe a 'successful woman,' which form should you use?
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Comes from the Spanish noun 'éxito', which in turn comes from the Latin 'exitus' meaning 'departure' or 'outcome'. In the past, it referred to the final result of a situation, which eventually evolved to mean a 'positive result' specifically.
First recorded: 17th century
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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).