ganadora
“ganadora” means “winner” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
winner
Also: victor
📝 In Action
La ganadora del sorteo recibirá un viaje a España.
A1The winner of the raffle will receive a trip to Spain.
Ella fue la ganadora indiscutible de la carrera.
B1She was the undisputed winner of the race.
winning
Also: successful
📝 In Action
Tengo la carta ganadora.
A2I have the winning card.
Presentaron una propuesta ganadora.
B2They presented a winning proposal.
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Quick Quiz: ganadora
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'ganadora' as an adjective?
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📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the Spanish verb 'ganar' (to win), which comes from the Gothic word 'ganan' meaning 'to covet' or 'to strive for'. The suffix '-adora' is used to turn a verb into a noun/adjective meaning 'one who does'.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'ganadora' for a man?
No, you should use 'ganador' for a man. 'Ganadora' is strictly for women or grammatically feminine objects.
Is 'ganadora' formal?
It is a neutral word. You can use it in a business meeting, a sports broadcast, or while playing games with friends.