How to Say "to champion" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to champion” is “apostar” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
verbB2formal
advocating for a cause
Examples
La empresa apuesta por la energía renovable a largo plazo.
The company is committed to renewable energy in the long term.
El nuevo director siempre apuesta por la innovación.
The new director always champions innovation.
Apostamos por un futuro más justo para todos.
We advocate for (or commit to) a fairer future for everyone.
Crucial Preposition 'POR'
When 'apostar' means 'to commit to' or 'to support,' it almost always requires the preposition 'por' (for/in favor of): 'Apostar por algo'.
Using 'A' instead of 'POR'
Mistake: “Apuesta a la tecnología (Incorrect in this sense)”
Correction: Apuesta por la tecnología (Correct). Using 'a' makes it sound like they are gambling on technology.
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