victoria
victory
noun beek-TOH-ryah Common
Origin: From Latin victoria, same root as English 'victory'.
Usage Note
Victoria is also a common Spanish given name, which can cause mild ambiguity in context. The adjective form is victorioso/a. In sports headlines you will see victoria where English uses 'win' or 'triumph.' The phrase cantar victoria (to sing victory) means to celebrate prematurely.
Examples
"El equipo celebró su victoria en el campeonato."
Natural Translation
The team celebrated its victory in the championship.

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