This is the 2799th most frequent Portuguese word.
vence
"Vence" means "wins" or "overcomes" in English.
In this sentence, 'vence' is used in the third person singular present tense of the verb 'vencer', meaning 'to win'. It indicates the action of winning the race.
Ele vence a corrida com facilidade.
He wins the race effortlessly.
Here, 'vence' takes on a metaphorical sense, referring to 'overcoming' or 'prevailing over' challenges, showing its usage for abstract concepts.
A determinação sempre vence os desafios.
Determination always overcomes challenges.
In this context, 'vence' is used idiomatically to indicate expiration. This shows the word's versatility depending on the subject matter.