Tener éxito
Example: Para tener éxito, debes trabajar todos los días con esfuerzo.
Definition
"Tener éxito" means to achieve a desired outcome or goal, especially in personal or professional endeavors. It involves accomplishing what one sets out to do, often through effort, skill, or favorable circumstances.
Etymology
The phrase "tener éxito" comes from Spanish, where "tener" means 'to have' and "éxito" means 'success'. The word "éxito" itself originates from Latin "exitus," meaning 'outcome' or 'result'. Did you know? The idea behind "tener éxito" literally translates to 'having success,' emphasizing possession of a positive result.
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"Tener éxito" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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