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Achievement in Spanish: Logro
Logro · noun · LOH-groh
The Spanish noun 'logro' is the most direct translation of 'achievement,' referring to something accomplished through effort or skill. It derives from the verb 'lograr' (to achieve) and is used across both formal and informal registers to discuss personal, academic, or professional accomplishments.
LOH-groh
Graduarse de la universidad fue el mayor logro de su vida.
Graduating from college was the greatest achievement of her life.
Achievement in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for achievement, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| logro | achievement | LOH-groh | Default, widely understood |
| hazaña | achievement | heroic or extraordinary feats | |
| conquista | achievement | personal milestones |
How Native Speakers Use Logro
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Professional milestone
Recibir ese ascenso representó un logro enorme después de cinco años de esfuerzo constante.
Getting that promotion represented a huge achievement after five years of constant effort.
Logro often pairs with adjectives like enorme, grande, or importante.
Academic success
La hazaña de publicar su primer artículo científico la llenó de orgullo.
The achievement of publishing her first scientific article filled her with pride.
Hazaña emphasizes the extraordinary or heroic nature of the accomplishment.
Personal growth
Para muchos inmigrantes, aprender un segundo idioma es una conquista personal significativa.
For many immigrants, learning a second language is a significant personal achievement.
Conquista highlights the idea of a hard-won victory over challenges.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Logro
False cognate trap
Incorrect: Ese fue un gran achivimiento para el equipo.
Correct: Ese fue un gran logro para el equipo.
Achivimiento does not exist in Spanish; learners sometimes invent it by adapting the English word, but logro is the correct noun.
Verb-noun confusion
Incorrect: Su lograr más grande fue ganar la beca.
Correct: Su logro más grande fue ganar la beca.
Lograr is the infinitive verb meaning 'to achieve,' while logro is the noun form needed when referring to the achievement itself.
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Common Questions About Achievement in Spanish
- What is the difference between logro and éxito?
- Logro refers to a specific accomplishment or milestone, while éxito translates as 'success' in a broader sense. You might describe winning a science fair as a logro, whereas having a thriving career would be described as éxito.
- How do you say 'sense of achievement' in Spanish?
- The phrase 'sentido de logro' captures this meaning accurately in most contexts. Educators and psychologists in Spanish-speaking countries use this expression when discussing motivation and self-esteem in academic settings.
- Can logro be used in plural form?
- Logros is the standard plural and appears frequently in résumés, award ceremonies, and motivational speeches. Listing your 'logros profesionales' (professional achievements) is customary on a Spanish-language CV.