Translation guide
Describes a feeling or expression of great victory, success, or pride after an achievement.
Expressing the emotion of triumph after a win or success
Adjectival phrase meaning 'triumphant' or 'exultant', literally 'proud of victory'. Used to describe a person's expression, attitude, or behavior.
彼は勝ち誇った顔をしていた。
He had a triumphant look on his face.
Describing an event, action, or outcome that is a triumph
勝ち誇った often carries a nuance of gloating or arrogance, while 意気揚々 is more about being in high spirits without necessarily implying arrogance. Choose based on whether you want to emphasize pride (勝ち誇った) or elation (意気揚々).
A yojijukugo (four-character idiom) meaning 'in high spirits', 'triumphant', or 'elated'. Often used to describe someone's triumphant demeanor.
彼女は意気揚々と帰ってきた。
She came back triumphant.
A yojikukugo meaning 'looking very pleased with oneself', 'triumphant'. Emphasizes a beaming, self-satisfied expression.
彼は得意満面で賞を受け取った。
He accepted the award with a triumphant smile.
An interjection or phrase meaning 'I did it!' or 'Gotcha!', expressing triumphant satisfaction, often after outsmarting someone.
してやったりと彼は笑った。
He laughed triumphantly, as if to say 'I got you!'
Verb meaning 'to triumph', 'to exult over victory'. Less common as a standalone verb; the adjectival form 勝ち誇った is more frequent.
彼らは勝利に勝ち誇った。
They triumphed in their victory.
Noun meaning 'great victory' or 'triumph'. Used for decisive wins in sports, battles, or competitions.
その試合は大勝利に終わった。
The match ended in a triumphant victory.
Noun meaning 'triumphant return'. Often used in historical or formal contexts, like a general returning victorious.
英雄が凱旋した。
The hero returned triumphant.
Noun meaning 'brilliant achievement' or 'triumph'. Used for remarkable feats, often in sports or personal accomplishments.
彼の優勝は快挙だった。
His championship was a triumph.