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"Vencedor" is a noun which is often translated as "winner", and "ganador" is a noun which is also often translated as "winner". Learn more about the difference between "vencedor" and "ganador" below.
el vencedor, la vencedora, vencedor(
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dohr
)This means that the noun can be masculine or feminine, depending on the gender of the noun it refers to (e.g., el doctor, la doctora).
1. (champion)
a. winner
Fui el vencedor del concurso porque acerté más preguntas que mi contrincante.I was the winner of the contest because I answered more questions correctly than my opponent.
b. victor
El país se proclamó vencedor tras derrotar al ejército enemigo.The country proclaimed itself victor after defeating the enemy army.
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
2. (triumphant)
a. winning
El equipo de fútbol vencedor de hoy jugará la final de mañana.The winning football team today will play in the final tomorrow.
b. victorious
El partido vencedor en las elecciones será clave para el futuro del país.The victorious party in the election will be essential for the future of the country.
el ganador, la ganadora(
gah
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dohr
)This means that the noun can be masculine or feminine, depending on the gender of the noun it refers to (e.g., el doctor, la doctora).
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
2. (victorious)
