A1 noun Neutral #4,258 most common

trophy

/ˈtroʊfi/

A trophy is a physical prize given to a person or team for winning a competition, race, or game. It is often shaped like a cup or a statue and is kept as a memory of the victory.

Examples

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1

The young boy proudly displayed his swimming trophy on his bedroom shelf.

The young boy proudly displayed his swimming trophy on his bedroom shelf.

2

The organization will present a trophy to the most distinguished scientist of the year.

The organization will present a trophy to the most distinguished scientist of the year.

3

I can't believe we actually won the trophy after that crazy game!

I can't believe we actually won the trophy after that crazy game!

Word Family

Noun
trophy
Adjective
trophied
Related
trophy-hunting
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Memory Tip

Think of the letter 'T' - the Top person in a Tournament gets a Trophy.

Quick Quiz

After winning the final match, the captain of the team held the _______ high in the air.

Correct!

The correct answer is: trophy

Examples

1

The young boy proudly displayed his swimming trophy on his bedroom shelf.

everyday

The young boy proudly displayed his swimming trophy on his bedroom shelf.

2

The organization will present a trophy to the most distinguished scientist of the year.

formal

The organization will present a trophy to the most distinguished scientist of the year.

3

I can't believe we actually won the trophy after that crazy game!

informal

I can't believe we actually won the trophy after that crazy game!

4

Sociological studies suggest that a trophy serves as a symbolic marker of status within a hierarchy.

academic

Sociological studies suggest that a trophy serves as a symbolic marker of status within a hierarchy.

5

Our marketing team received a trophy for the most successful advertising campaign.

business

Our marketing team received a trophy for the most successful advertising campaign.

Word Family

Noun
trophy
Adjective
trophied
Related
trophy-hunting

Common Collocations

win a trophy win a trophy
trophy cabinet trophy cabinet
silver trophy silver trophy
lift the trophy lift the trophy
trophy ceremony trophy ceremony

Common Phrases

trophy wife

a young, attractive wife who is seen as a status symbol

trophy hunter

a person who hunts animals to keep parts of them as prizes

participation trophy

a prize given to everyone who takes part, regardless of whether they won

Often Confused With

trophy vs medal

A medal is a small, flat metal disc worn on a ribbon around the neck, while a trophy is usually a larger, three-dimensional object like a cup.

trophy vs award

Award is a general term for any prize or recognition; a trophy is a specific type of physical award used mainly in sports.

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Usage Notes

Trophy is a countable noun. It is almost always associated with high achievement or winning a competition.

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Common Mistakes

Do not use 'make a trophy' when you mean you earned it; use the verb 'win' or 'receive'.

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Memory Tip

Think of the letter 'T' - the Top person in a Tournament gets a Trophy.

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Word Origin

From the Greek word 'tropaion', which was a monument built to celebrate a victory over an enemy.

Grammar Patterns

countable noun plural: trophies often used with verbs like win, receive, or present
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Cultural Context

In Western culture, 'lifting the trophy' is the iconic image of success in major sports like football or tennis.

Quick Quiz

After winning the final match, the captain of the team held the _______ high in the air.

Correct!

The correct answer is: trophy

More Sports words

football

A1

A popular team sport played with a round ball where two teams try to kick the ball into the other team's goal. It can also refer to the specific ball used to play this game.

basketball

A1

Basketball is a sport played by two teams of five players on a rectangular court. The objective is to score points by throwing a large orange ball through a raised hoop called a basket.

baseball

A1

Baseball is a team sport played with a bat, a ball, and gloves on a field with four bases. Two teams of nine players take turns hitting the ball and trying to run around the bases to score points called runs.

tennis

A1

Tennis is a popular racket sport played on a rectangular court between two players or two pairs. The goal is to hit a ball over a net into the opponent's side of the court using a racket.

volleyball

A1

Volleyball is a team sport played by two teams on a court separated by a high net. Players use their hands or arms to hit a ball back and forth over the net, trying to make the ball touch the ground on the opponent's side.

swimming

A1

Swimming is the activity or sport of moving through water using your arms and legs. It is a popular form of exercise and a competitive sport practiced in pools or open water.

running

A1

The activity or sport of moving fast on foot, often done for exercise or in a race. It involves a pace faster than walking where both feet are briefly off the ground at the same time.

cycling

A1

Cycling is the activity of riding a bicycle for exercise, sport, or travel. It involves using your legs to push pedals that turn wheels to move forward.

wrestling

A1

Wrestling is a sport where two people fight by holding and throwing each other to the ground. It does not involve hitting or kicking and usually takes place on a soft mat.

martial arts

A1

Martial arts are sports that involve fighting or self-defense, such as karate, judo, or kung fu. They are practiced for many reasons, including fitness, competition, and mental discipline.

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