Éxito (en. Success)
/ˈeksito/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Favorable outcome of an action.
The book was a huge bestseller.
El libro fue un gran éxito de ventas.
Triumph in a race or competition.
Her success in the championship was unexpected.
Su éxito en el campeonato fue inesperado.
Recognition or fame achieved by a person.
The artist achieved international success.
El artista alcanzó el éxito internacional.
Etymology
From the Latin 'exitus', which means exit or outcome.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to succeed
Achieving what one desires or reaching a goal.
tener éxito
resounding success
Notable or very considerable success.
éxito rotundo
to seek success
Attempting to reach what one desires or longs for.
buscar el éxito
Related Words
exit
Exit, especially in a closed place.
exit
successful
Having been successful; having achieved what one intended.
exitoso
Slang Meanings
Being at the top.
After his last album, he is at the peak of success.
Después de su último album, está en la cima del éxito.
To hit the nail on the head.
His latest movie hit the mark and was a success.
Su última película dio en el clavo y fue un éxito.