triunfar
“triunfar” means “to succeed” in Spanish (achieving a major goal or doing well in life).
to succeed
Also: to win, to be a hit
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Ella trabajó mucho para triunfar en su carrera.
A2She worked hard to succeed in her career.
Nuestro equipo triunfó en el torneo nacional.
B1Our team won the national tournament.
Esta receta de tarta siempre triunfa en las fiestas.
B2This cake recipe is always a hit at parties.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Quick Quiz: triunfar
Question 1 of 3
Which preposition do you use to say someone succeeded 'in' a specific field?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'triumphare', which referred to the grand entrance made by victorious generals into Rome.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'triunfar' more formal than 'tener éxito'?
'Triunfar' can feel a bit more grand or dramatic, like 'to triumph', but in social settings, it is actually quite common and casual.
Can I use 'triunfar' for sports?
Absolutely! It is a common way to say a team or athlete was victorious.
Does 'triunfar' always need an object?
No, it is often used alone. You can simply say 'Él triunfará' (He will succeed) without saying what he will succeed in.