Spanish Conversation · Level 42
75 words
Spanish word
trofeo
Pronunciation
IPA/tɾoˈfeo/
Meaning
- masculine nountrophy
Example
El equipo levantó el trofeo tras el partido.
The team lifted the trophy after the match.
More examples
La capitana recibió el trofeo de manos del alcalde.
The captain received the trophy from the mayor.
Core concept
Decorative cup or statuette awarded as a symbol of victory.
Common phrases
ganar el trofeo
win the trophy
entregar el trofeo
award the trophy
recibir el trofeo
receive the trophy
Similar words
premio: Award that recognizes achievement or contest results, often including money or honors.
copa: Wide-mouthed cup that is awarded to champions as the winner's prize.
medalla: Small metal disc or pendant that is worn on the chest or around the neck to honor merit.
galardón: Honorary award that recognizes notable achievement or creative contribution.
Definition in Spanish
Premio material que simboliza un mérito o triunfo y se otorga públicamente en ceremonias, torneos o concursos.
Word origin
From Greek tropaion via Latin tropaeum, originally a battlefield victory monument that later came to mean the physical prize given for a win.
Usage tips
- Trofeo denotes the physical object presented in ceremonies, whereas premio covers prizes in general including money, honors, or awards that are not objects.