Triompher (en. Triumph)

/tʁjɔ̃.fe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To achieve victory over an opponent.
The team triumphed in the cup final.
L'équipe a triomphé lors de la finale de la coupe.
To succeed in an endeavor or situation.
She triumphed in her career thanks to her hard work.
Elle a triomphé dans sa carrière grâce à son travail acharné.
To be in a state of joy and satisfaction after having succeeded.
He is filled with joy after passing his exam.
Il triomphe de bonheur après avoir passé son examen.

Etymology

From the Latin 'triumphare', which means 'to triumph' or 'to win'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to triumph over one's enemies
To surpass or defeat one's opponents.
triompher de ses ennemis
to triumph in love
To succeed in romantic relationships.
triompher en amour
to triumph over a trial
To succeed in overcoming a difficulty or a challenge.
triompher d'une épreuve

Related Words

triumph
Brilliant success and victory.
triomphe
triumphal
Related to a triumph, celebrated with éclat.
triomphal
victoriously
In a victorious manner.
victorieusement

Slang Meanings

To win with flair.
He triumphed like a champion in his boxing match.
Il a triomphé comme un chef dans son match de boxe.
To be the best in an informal context.
She is triumphant in our group, no one can compete with her.
Elle triomphe dans notre groupe, personne ne peut rivaliser avec elle.