A collection of brightly colored rewards, including a shining golden trophy, a silver medal hanging from a red ribbon, and a blue winner's ribbon.

premios

PREH-mee-ohs

nounmA1

prizes?general rewards for winning,awards?formal recognition (like Oscars)

Also:rewards?something given for good work,premiums?insurance/financial context (less common)

📝 In Action

Ella ganó tres premios en la ceremonia de anoche.

She won three awards at last night's ceremony.

Los premios para el concurso de arte son cien euros y una beca.

The prizes for the art contest are one hundred euros and a scholarship.

El director de la empresa entregó los premios a los empleados más productivos.

The company director handed out the rewards to the most productive employees.

Word Connections

Synonyms

galardones (accolades, honors)
recompensas (rewards)

Common Collocations

ganar premios – to win awards
entrega de premios – awards ceremony
premios de consolación – consolation prizes

💡 Grammar Points

Always Plural

Since 'premios' is the plural form of the noun 'premio,' it must always be used with plural articles and adjectives (e.g., 'los premios', 'muchos premios').

❌ Common Pitfalls

Confusing Singular and Plural

Mistake: "Comprar un premios (Buying a prizes)."

Correction: You must match the number: say 'un premio' (one prize) or 'unos premios' (some prizes). The article must agree with the noun.

⭐ Usage Tips

Use with 'Ganar'

The most common verb used with 'premios' is 'ganar' (to win): 'Ellos ganaron muchos premios' (They won many awards).

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: premios

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'premios'?

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Word Family

premio(prize, award (singular)) - noun

premiar(to award, to reward) - verb

premiado(awarded, prize-winning) - adjective

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'premios' and 'recompensas'?

While both mean 'rewards,' 'premios' usually implies a formal award or prize given after a competition, ceremony, or lottery. 'Recompensas' often refers to a generic reward for a task or service, like a financial bonus or a favor.

Can 'premios' refer to money?

Yes, absolutely! If you win money in a contest or lottery, that money is considered part of the 'premios' (the prizes).