C1noun 2K

Trophy

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈtrəʊfi/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈtrəʊfi/"]/

Meaning of Trophy

an object such as a silver cup that is given as a prize for winning a competition

In simple words: An award given for winning a competition.

Trophy in a sentence

• a trophy cabinet
• The club haven't won a major trophy for the past three seasons.
• Europe currently holds the trophy.
• He picked up a trophy for best news editor.
• Portugal will be defending the trophy they won last year.
• The team paraded their League Championship trophy.

How to use Trophy

Used in sports and competitions. Appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid using in formal writing when referring to figurative achievements.

Grammar pattern

trophy + object (e.g., 'trophy for winning')

Memory hint

Think of 'triumph' and 'trophy' — both are linked to winning.

Related words

Collocations with Trophy

• coveted
• prestigious
• major
• lift
• pick up
• receive
• cabinet
• case
• room
• trophy for
• coveted
• prestigious
• major
• lift
• pick up
• receive
• cabinet
• case
• room
• trophy for

Synonyms for Trophy

• award
• prize
• medal
• honor
• recognition

Opposites of Trophy

• loss
• defeat

Common mistakes with Trophy

• Confusing 'trophy' with 'award' — a trophy is a specific type of award.
• Using 'trophy' as a verb — it's only a noun.

Frequently asked questions about Trophy

What does Trophy mean?

An award given for winning a competition.

What is the definition of Trophy?

an object such as a silver cup that is given as a prize for winning a competition

How do you use Trophy in a sentence?

a trophy cabinet

Can you give another example of Trophy?

The club haven't won a major trophy for the past three seasons.

What are synonyms for Trophy?

Common alternatives include award, prize, medal, honor, recognition.

What is the opposite of Trophy?

Opposite meanings include loss, defeat.

What words go with Trophy?

It commonly pairs with coveted, prestigious, major, lift, pick up, receive, cabinet, case, room, trophy for, coveted, prestigious, major, lift, pick up, receive, cabinet, case, room, trophy for.

What are common mistakes when using Trophy?

Confusing 'trophy' with 'award' — a trophy is a specific type of award. Using 'trophy' as a verb — it's only a noun.

How do you pronounce Trophy?

US: /["/ˈtrəʊfi/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtrəʊfi/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Trophy?

Used in sports and competitions. Appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid using in formal writing when referring to figurative achievements.

What CEFR level is Trophy?

"Trophy" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.