Spanish Conversation · Level 126
60 words
Spanish word
galardón
Pronunciation
IPA/galaɾˈðon/
Meaning
- masculine nounaward
Example
Recibió el galardón por su novela.
He received the award for his novel.
More examples
El actor rechazó el galardón porque no estaba de acuerdo con el jurado.
The actor rejected the award because he disagreed with the jury.
Core concept
An official commendation presented for a specific merit, work, or service.
Common phrases
conceder el galardón
grant the award
ser merecedor del galardón
be worthy of the award
recibir el galardón
receive the award
Similar words
premio: Prize awarded in contests or tournaments to winners or high-ranking participants.
medalla: Small metal medal given at events to be worn on the chest for athletic or ceremonial success.
trofeo: Decorative trophy displayed as a symbol and keepsake of a win or achievement.
honor: Official honorific title or award granted publicly to acknowledge someone's distinction.
Definition in Spanish
Premio o reconocimiento oficial que se concede a alguien por un mérito, una obra o un servicio destacado.
Word origin
The noun comes from the verb galardonar, itself from Old French galarder 'to praise', and the Spanish suffix -ón forms a noun meaning an award.
Usage tips
- It often appears in formal announcements and press coverage and is typically paired with por to state the reason or with a/al to name the recipient or awarding body.
Other meanings
- commendationnoun
- honornoun
Opposites
- deshonradishonornoun
Related words
- galardonadoaward recipientnoun
- galardonarawardverb