Ter sucesso
Example: Ela quer ter sucesso no trabalho este ano.
Definition
"Ter sucesso" means to achieve the desired outcome or accomplish goals, especially in personal or professional endeavors. It implies gaining recognition, prosperity, or favorable results, as in the phrase 'Ela quer ter sucesso no trabalho este ano,' meaning she wants to succeed at work this year.
Etymology
The phrase "ter sucesso" comes from Portuguese, where "ter" means 'to have' and "sucesso" means 'success.' "Sucesso" itself derives from the Latin 'successus,' meaning 'an advance, outcome, or result.' Did you know? The word 'success' originally implied a positive outcome following an effort, which perfectly fits the meaning of "ter sucesso."
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