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    L'emporta (en. Won)

    /lɑ̃.pɔʁ.ta/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To gain the upper hand in a conflict or competition.
    He was able to assert himself and won against his opponents.
    Il a su s'imposer et l'emporta sur ses adversaires.
    To have the advantage in a discussion or decision-making process.
    In their debate, the minister's argument clearly won out.
    Dans leur débat, l'argument du ministre l'emporta clairement.
    To emerge victorious from a challenging situation.
    Despite the challenges, his courage triumphed over fear.
    Malgré les défis, son courage l'emporta sur la peur.

    Etymology

    Form of the verb 'emporter', derived from Latin 'transportare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    won by a short head
    To win narrowly, by a small advantage.
    l'emporta d'une courte tête
    what won it
    The decisive factor that determined the outcome.
    ce qui l'emporta
    to win brilliantly
    To win resoundingly or in an impressive manner.
    l'emporter avec brio

    Related Words

    to carry
    To take something with oneself, to transport.
    emporter
    dominance
    The state of a person or group who has control or power over others.
    domination
    failure
    Lack of success in a task or challenge.
    échec

    Slang Meanings

    To hold one's own
    In this competition, he really held his own and won.
    Dans cette compétition, il a vraiment fait le poids et l'emporta.
    To have the final word
    He always needs to have the final word, but this time, he was the one who won.
    Il a toujours besoin d'avoir le dernier mot, mais cette fois, c'est lui qui l'emporta.