Spanish Conversation · Level 7
87 words
Spanish word
gesta
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈxesta/
Meaning
- feminine nounachievement
Example
Su gesta en el proyecto cambió muchas vidas.
His achievement in the project changed many lives.
More examples
La comunidad celebró la gesta de los voluntarios.
The community celebrated the achievement of the volunteers.
Core concept
A notable, often heroic action or series of actions by a person or group.
Common phrases
reconocer la gesta
recognize the achievement
celebrar la gesta
celebrate the achievement
Similar words
éxito: Favorable result when plans or efforts go well.
logro: Concrete result obtained through effort or work.
hazaña: Deed accomplished by overcoming great difficulty, often daring or risky.
proeza: Outstanding achievement showing exceptional skill or courage.
Definition in Spanish
Acción o conjunto de acciones sobresalientes llevadas a cabo por una persona o un grupo que se consideran meritorias.
Word origin
From Latin gesta (plural of gestum, 'a thing done'), ultimately from the verb gerere meaning 'to carry out' or 'to do'.
Usage tips
- Used in formal or literary contexts and frequently pluralized as gestas; in casual speech logro or éxito sounds more natural.