Vicente (en. Vincent)

/biˈsente/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Proper name used to refer to people.
Vicente is a very common name in Spain.
Vicente es un nombre muy común en España.
Refers to people who have this name.
I met a Vicente at the meeting.
Conocí a un Vicente en la reunión.
Name of several saints and blesseds in the Christian tradition.
The feast of San Vicente is celebrated on January 22nd.
El 22 de enero se celebra la festividad de San Vicente.

Etymology

From Latin 'Vincentius', which comes from 'vincere', meaning 'to conquer'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Vicente Fernández
Famous Mexican singer known for ranchera music.
Vicente Fernández
San Vicente
Festivities or places that honor San Vicente.
San Vicente
Vicente Ramón
Referring to people who have this full name.
Vicente Ramón

Related Words

winner
A person who wins or triumphs.
vencedor
victory
Success in a competition or conflict.
victoria

Slang Meanings

Colloquially used to refer to someone who always succeeds.
That guy is always right, he’s a real vicente.
Ese chico siempre está en lo correcto, es un verdadero vicente.
Someone who has a strong and determined character.
Don’t be fooled, he’s a vicente at his job.
No te dejes engañar, él es un vicente en su trabajo.