victoria
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El equipo celebró una gran victoria después del partido.
A1The team celebrated a great victory after the match.
La victoria sobre la enfermedad fue su mayor logro.
B1The triumph over the illness was her greatest achievement.
Necesitamos esta victoria para pasar a la final.
A2We need this win to get to the final.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Feminine
'Victoria' is always a feminine noun, so you must use the feminine articles 'la' (the) or 'una' (a/an) before it, and feminine adjectives to describe it (e.g., 'una victoria clara', a clear victory).
⭐ Usage Tips
Verb Alternatives
You can often replace the structure 'obtener una victoria' with the simpler verb 'ganar' (to win). For example, 'Ganamos el partido' (We won the game) instead of 'Obtuvimos la victoria del partido'.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: victoria
Question 1 of 2
Which Spanish verb is often used when discussing achieving 'victoria'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'Victoria' have any other meanings besides triumph?
Yes, 'Victoria' is also a very common feminine given name in Spanish-speaking countries, just like in English. Historically, it is also the name of the Roman Goddess of Victory.
Is 'victoria' related to the word 'víctor'?
Absolutely! Both words share the same Latin root related to 'vincere' (to conquer). 'Víctor' means 'winner' or 'conqueror', and 'victoria' is the result of their action.