trofeo
trophy
noun troh-FEH-oh Rare
Origin: From Greek tropaion via Latin tropaeum, originally a monument marking a military victory.
Usage Note
Trofeo refers to any prize awarded in a competition, from a physical cup to an honorary title. The phrase levantar el trofeo ('to lift the trophy') is the standard way to describe a team winning a championship. It can also be used figuratively, as in un trofeo de caza ('a hunting trophy').
Examples
"El equipo levantó el trofeo al final del partido."
Natural Translation
The team lifted the trophy at the end of the match.
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