galardonar

Senses

1. 1.

   to award

   to give a prize or honor to someone in recognition of achievement

Examples

• "La película fue galardonada con el Óscar a Mejor Película."

  The film was awarded the Oscar for Best Picture.

• "El director galardonó a los actores por su excepcional desempeño."

  The director awarded the actors for their exceptional performance.

• "Cada año se galardona a los mejores estudiantes del colegio."

  Every year the best students of the school are awarded.

Usage

A formal verb commonly used in contexts of prizes, awards, and recognition. Often appears in passive voice (ser + galardonado/a). Frequently collocates with con (award with) and direct objects like premio, medalla, or distinción.