succeed
Derived from Middle English 'suceden', from Old French 'suceder', from Latin 'succedere', meaning 'to come after, follow'.
VERB
(1)
[/səkˈsiːd/en-US]
triumph
formal
/
prevail
formal
/
prosper
/
reach one's goals
untranslatable
(This phrase captures the nuance of achieving personal milestones, which may not be fully encompassed by a single word.)
To achieve a desired aim or result, often implying successfully overcoming challenges or difficulties. The term is often associated with positive outcomes, such as achieving goals or making significant accomplishments. The phrase ‘reach one's goals’ captures the nuance of achieving personal milestones, reflecting a more individualized concept of success that may not be easily translated into a single word in other languages.
Regular verb
| past | present_participle |
|---|---|
| succeeded | succeeding |
- If you work hard and stay focused, you can succeed in your career. — 努力して集中すれば、キャリアで成功することができます。
- She hopes to succeed in her studies this year. — 彼女は今年の勉強で成功することを願っています。
- After numerous attempts, they finally succeeded in building their dream home. — 数回の試行の後、彼らはついに夢の家を建てることに成功しました。
register: formal