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    Medalla (en. Medal)

    /meˈðaʎa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A piece of metal awarded as a prize or recognition to a person for outstanding achievements.
    The athlete received a gold medal at the Olympic Games.
    El atleta recibió una medalla de oro en los Juegos Olímpicos.
    A commemorative insignia representing an event or a special cause.
    The peace medal was designed to honor human rights defenders.
    La medalla de la paz fue diseñada para honrar a los defensores de los derechos humanos.
    A decorative object worn around the neck or on clothing.
    She wore a religious medal that her grandmother had given her.
    Llevaba una medalla religiosa que le había regalado su abuela.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'medalia', which means 'piece of metal'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    gold medal
    Highest recognition in competitions.
    medalla de oro
    silver medal
    Second place in competitions.
    medalla de plata
    bronze medal
    Third place in competitions.
    medalla de bronce

    Related Words

    award
    Recognition for an achievement.
    premio
    trophy
    An object awarded as a mention of a triumph.
    trofeo
    insignia
    A symbol representing a distinction or belonging.
    insignia

    Slang Meanings

    Medal
    This exam was so easy that I didn’t have to work hard to get the medal.
    Este examen estuvo tan fácil que no tenía que esforzarme para conseguir la medalla.
    To hang the medal
    After the tournament results, he decided to hang the medal.
    Tras los resultados del torneo, decidió colgar la medalla.