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How to Say "win" in Spanish

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victoria

bik-TO-ree-ah/bikˈto.ɾja/

nounA1general
Use 'victoria' when referring to the act or result of winning a competition, game, or contest, often celebrated as a triumph.
A smiling, triumphant character stands on a small, simple winner's podium, holding a large, shiny gold trophy high above their head.

Examples

El equipo celebró una gran victoria después del partido.

The team celebrated a great victory after the match.

La victoria sobre la enfermedad fue su mayor logro.

The triumph over the illness was her greatest achievement.

Necesitamos esta victoria para pasar a la final.

We need this win to get to the final.

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).

llevarme

lyeh-VAHR-meh/ʎeˈβar.me/

verbA2general
Use 'llevarme' in the specific context of winning a prize or contest by 'taking it with you' or 'receiving it'. This is a less direct translation of 'win' itself.
A colorful storybook illustration of a happy child holding a bright red balloon firmly in their hand, representing the action of taking or receiving an item.

Examples

Espero llevarme el primer premio en la lotería.

I hope to win the first prize in the lottery.

No olvides llevarme un paraguas, va a llover.

Don't forget to take an umbrella (for me), it's going to rain.

Si hay comida sobrante, ¿puedo llevarme un poco a casa?

If there is leftover food, can I take some home (for myself)?

The 'For Myself' Action

When 'llevar' is used with 'me' in this sense, it means the action is done specifically for the speaker, emphasizing that I am taking possession of the item.

Victoria vs. Llevarme

Learners often confuse 'victoria' (victory) with verbs like 'ganar' or the specific use of 'llevarme' (to take/receive). Remember that 'victoria' is a noun for the achievement itself, while 'llevarme' implies receiving or taking possession of what was won.

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