Inklingo

victorioso

bik-toh-ryoh-soh/biktoˈɾjoso/

victorioso means victorious in Spanish (having won a battle, game, or struggle).

victorious

Also: winning, triumphant
A smiling athlete standing on a podium holding a large gold trophy over their head.

📝 In Action

El equipo regresó victorioso después del partido.

A2

The team returned victorious after the game.

Tras una larga batalla legal, el abogado salió victorioso.

B1

After a long legal battle, the lawyer emerged victorious.

No siempre es fácil mantenerse victorioso en un mercado tan competitivo.

B2

It is not always easy to remain winning in such a competitive market.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • triunfante (triumphant)
  • ganador (winner/winning)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • salir victoriosoto emerge victorious
  • ejército victoriosovictorious army
  • retorno victoriosovictorious return

Idioms & Expressions

  • cantar victoriato claim victory too early or to celebrate a win

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "victorioso" in Spanish:

triumphantvictoriouswinning

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: victorioso

Question 1 of 3

If a group of women wins a tournament, how would you describe them?

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📚 Etymology

From the Latin word 'victoriosus,' which is built from 'victoria' (victory) and the suffix '-osus' meaning 'full of.'

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: victoriousFrench: victorieuxItalian: vittorioso

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use 'victorioso' for a person?

Yes, it can describe a person, an army, a team, or even a feeling of triumph.

Is 'victorioso' a common word in daily conversation?

It is understood by everyone but sounds a bit formal. In casual talk about games, people usually say 'el que ganó' (the one who won).

What is the feminine form?

The feminine form is 'victoriosa'.