Spanish word

campeón

Pronunciation

IPA/kampeˈon/

Meaning

  • masculine nounwinner

Example

El campeón ganó el partido.

The winner won the match.

Illustration for campeón (winner)

More examples

¿Quién será el próximo campeón de la liga?

Who will be the next league champion?

Core concept

Person standing on a podium holding a trophy.

Common phrases

  • campeón de la liga

    league champion

  • campeón actual

    current champion

Similar words

ganador: Person who wins a single contest or match, presented matter-of-factly.
vencedor: Person who overcomes an opponent in rivalry or battle, suggesting clear triumph.

Definition in Spanish

Persona reconocida públicamente como la mejor en una competencia, deporte o disciplina.

Word origin

From medieval Latin and Old French ultimately from Latin campus 'field', originally naming a victor in contests or battles and later any celebrated winner.

Usage tips

  • Often used colloquially as an address: "¡Campeón!" can praise, tease, or be ironic depending on tone and context.

Other meanings

  • championnoun
  • advocatenoun

Opposites

  • perdedorlosernoun

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