The word "vencida" is a feminine adjective in Spanish.
/venˈsi.ða/
"Vencida" comes from the verb "vencer," which means "to defeat" or "to overcome." The term is often used in both military contexts and in a broader sense to indicate a state of being defeated in any competition or struggle.
In everyday Spanish, "vencida" can describe a person or group that has been defeated in a contest or conflict. It is frequently used in written contexts, especially in literature and formal discussions, but it can also be found in spoken language when discussing topics related to defeat, competition, or conflict situations.
The fleet was defeated in the final battle.
A pesar de estar vencida, ella nunca dejó de luchar.
Although defeated, she never stopped fighting.
La estrategia de la oposición fue vencida rápidamente.
"Vencida" can be found in various idiomatic expressions conveying concepts of defeat or overcoming challenges. Here are some examples:
There is no defeat in war, only lessons learned.
La vencida es solo una etapa en el camino al éxito.
Defeat is just a step on the road to success.
A veces, una vencida puede ser la clave para el triunfo futuro.
Sometimes, a defeat can be the key to future triumph.
Aunque se siente vencida, debe recordar que siempre hay una segunda oportunidad.
The term "vencida" originates from the Latin word "vindicāre," which meant "to conquer" or "to overpower." Over time, it evolved into the Old Spanish "vencer," which retains the meaning of overcoming or defeating in both a military and personal context.
Synonyms: - Derrotada (Defeated) - Superada (Overcome) - Conquistada (Conquered)
Antonyms: - Victoriosa (Victorious) - Ganadora (Winner) - Triunfante (Triumphant)