Ventaja (en. Advantage)

/benˈtaxa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A favorable circumstance that provides a benefit.
Having experience in the field is a great advantage in the job market.
Tener experiencia en el campo es una gran ventaja en el mercado laboral.
Superiority in a competition.
The local team has the advantage of playing at home.
El equipo local tiene la ventaja de jugar en casa.
A benefit obtained from a situation.
The advantage of using this product is its durability.
La ventaja de usar este producto es su durabilidad.

Etymology

From the Latin 'vantagia', which means 'benefit' or 'utility'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to take advantage
To obtain a benefit from a situation.
sacar ventaja
to have an advantage
To be in a more favorable position compared to others.
tener ventaja
competitive advantage
A factor that allows a company or individual to succeed in relation to its competitors.
ventaja competitiva

Related Words

advantageous
One that offers advantages.
ventajoso
opportunist
A person who always seeks personal gains.
ventajera

Slang Meanings

To have a good position or circumstance in one's favor.
That information gave me an advantage in the negotiation.
Esa información me dio una ventaja en la negociación.
To be one step ahead in a situation.
With this strategy, we are taking advantage over the competition.
Con esta estrategia, estamos sacando ventaja a la competencia.